The Theory of Evolution
Subtitle: What It Is, Where It Came From, and Why It Works
Publisher: Wiley; John Wiley
Published: April 22, 2004
Language: eng
Number of pages: 224
ISBN-13: 9780471214847
First sentence: Few ideas have engendered as much emotional resistance as the theory of evolution.
Description: "A lightning rod for more than a century, the subject of evolution continues to be a highly volatile one. Just as Charles Darwin's remarkable announcement generated a venomous response, here in the twenty-first century the theory of evolution is still frequently greeted with alarm, ridicule, and denial. Yet, it has managed to persevere, taking on a life of its own and holding steadfast against attack." "This new book by science writer Cynthia Mills clearly explains one of the most crucial - and most misunderstood - explanatory theories of modern science. She examines how the theory arose, how it "evolved," and why it is successful at explaining how life is perpetuated, in all its varied forms. Taking a historical approach, Mills begins with Enlightenment-era explanations for the origins of life, introducing the early scientists and philosophers who had the greatest influence on Darwin's thinking. She then examines Darwin's seminal work and later elaborations."--BOOK JACKET.