Conceptual Issues in Evolutionary Biology, third edition
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Book Overview
These essays by leading scientists and philosophers address conceptual issues that arise in the theory and practice of evolutionary biology. The third edition of this widely used anthology has been substantially revised and updated. Four new sections have been added: on women in the evolutionary process, evolutionary psychology, laws in evolutionary theory, and race as social construction or biological reality. Other sections treat fitness, units...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0262693380
ISBN13:9780262693387
Release Date:August 2006
Publisher:MIT Press (MA)
Length:642 Pages
Weight:2.28 lbs.
Dimensions:1.2" x 7.1" x 8.9"
Age Range:18 years and up
Grade Range:Postsecondary and higher
Customer Reviews
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a classic
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
This book is both an excellent introduction and thorough treatment of many of the thorniest philosophical and methodological issues in evolutionary biology. It is a must read for anyone who is serious about grappling with the deeper meaning of the study of evolution (i.e. deeper than the relatively simple concern of evolution versus creation).
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