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The Story of Evolution in 25 Discoveries
The Evidence and the People Who Found It
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The Story of Evolution in 25 Discoveries
Donald R. Prothero explores the most fascinating breakthroughs in piecing together the evidence for evolution. In twenty-five vignettes, he recounts the dramatic stories of the people who made crucial discoveries, placing each moment in the context of what it represented for the progress of science.
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The theory of evolution unites the past, present, and future of living things. It puts humanity's place in the universe into necessary perspective. Despite a history of controversy, the evidence for evolution continues to accumulate as a result of many separate strands of amazing scientific sleuthing.
In The Story of Evolution in 25 Discoveries, Donald R. Prothero explores the most fascinating breakthroughs in piecing together the evidence for evolution. In twenty-five vignettes, he recounts the dramatic stories of the people who made crucial discoveries, placing each moment in the context of what it represented for the progress of science.
He tackles topics like what it means to see evolution in action and what the many transitional fossils show us about evolution, following figures from Darwin to lesser-known researchers as they unlock the mysteries of the fossil record, the earth, and the universe. The book also features the stories of animal species strange and familiar, including humans—and our ties to some of our closest relatives and more distant cousins.
Prothero's wide-ranging tales showcase awe-inspiring and bizarre aspects of nature and the powerful insights they give us into the way that life works.
Brisk and entertaining while firmly grounded in fundamental science, The Story of Evolution in 25 Discoveries is a captivating read for anyone curious about the evidence for evolution and what it means for humanity.
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In The Story of Evolution in 25 Discoveries, Donald R. Prothero offers a compelling presentation of evolution, praised for its ability to enlighten even skeptics and debunk misconceptions. The book is noted for its lively and informative narrative, offering a comprehensive overview of evolutionary theory, which appeals to both science enthusiasts and the general public. Highlighted for its masterful storytelling and accessible presentation, the book is seen as a valuable resource that demystifies the science behind evolution with engaging examples and updated discoveries.
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ISBN: 9780231190374
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 20 September 2022
Country: United States
Imprint: Columbia University Press
Illustration: 154 figures, 1 table
Audience: General / adult
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Width: 152.0mm
Height: 229.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 376
About the Author
Donald R. Prothero is a paleontology and geology researcher, teacher, and author. He is adjunct professor of geological sciences at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, and research associate in vertebrate paleontology at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. His Columbia University Press books include The Story of Life in 25 Fossils: Tales of Intrepid Fossil Hunters and the Wonders of Evolution (2015), The Story of the Earth in 25 Rocks: Tales of Important Geological Puzzles and the People Who Solved Them (2018), and The Story of the Dinosaurs in 25 Discoveries: Amazing Fossils and the People Who Found Them (2019).
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