Evolution : Society, Science and the Universe Paperback / softback
Edited by A. C. Fabian
Part of the Darwin College Lectures series
Paperback / softback
Description
Cutting across boundaries of art and science, evolution is a fundamental process that has beguiled thinkers through the ages.
This collection draws together world-renowned thinkers and communicators with their own intriguing insights.
In these essays they offer a feast of dazzling thoughts and ideas to challenge and enthral the reader.
Why and how do civilizations and societies change over time?
Why do our cells develop the way they do? Why are some villages still villages while others have grown into vast cities?
Can we learn from our evolutionary past to plan a better future for our health and society?
Tracing a line from the history of biological evolution, through the evolution of cultures, society, science and the universe, Evolution brings together intriguing parallels from all levels of life.
From the evolution of the developing embryo to the evolution of a developing star, common threads develop into a fascinating story.
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:188 pages, 2 Halftones, unspecified; 14 Line drawings, unspecified
- Publisher:Cambridge University Press
- Publication Date:14/12/2006
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- ISBN:9780521032179
Information
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:188 pages, 2 Halftones, unspecified; 14 Line drawings, unspecified
- Publisher:Cambridge University Press
- Publication Date:14/12/2006
- Category:
- ISBN:9780521032179
