{"title":"Alvar Ellegard","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by \u003cem\u003eAlvar Ellegård\u003c\/em\u003e, a profound thinker and scholar whose insights into the interaction between science and society have left a lasting impact. Known for his meticulous analysis and engaging prose, Ellegård invites readers to explore intricate topics with clarity and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the key titles in this collection is \u003cem\u003eDarwin and the General Reader\u003c\/em\u003e, where Ellegård deftly unpacks the dissemination of Charles Darwin's revolutionary theories across a broader audience. This book is a fascinating blend of history and science, offering a unique perspective on how groundbreaking ideas spread beyond the elite echelons of society and into the general consciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEllegård's works often reside at the intersection of \u003cstrong\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e, probing how scientific concepts are perceived and understood by the public. His writing not only illuminates past dialogues between scientists and laypeople but also prompts contemporary readers to consider the ongoing relationship between scientific innovation and cultural understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned academic or simply curious about how pivotal scientific ideas reach and transform society as a whole, Alvar Ellegård's writings are an essential addition to your reading list. Dive into his expertly crafted narratives and discover the dynamic conversations between science and the general reader.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"darwin-and-the-general-reader-by-alvar-ellegard-9780226204871","title":"Darwin and the General Reader","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on his investigation of over one hundred mid-Victorian British newspapers and periodicals, Alvar Ellegård describes and analyses the impact of Darwin's theory of evolution during the first dozen years after the publication of the \u003ci\u003eOrigin of Species\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough Darwin's book caused an immediate stir in literary and scientific periodicals, the popular press largely ignored it. Only after the work's implications for theology and the nature of man became evident did general publications feel compelled to react; each social group responded according to its own political and religious prejudices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEllegård charts the impact of this revolution in science, maintaining that although the idea of evolution was generally accepted, Darwin's primary contribution, the theory of natural selection, was either ignored or rejected among the public.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854434849004,"sku":"9780226204871","price":93.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/d034b465209bb30aa84c22117f60729e.jpg?v=1759270207"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/alvar-ellegard.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}