{"title":"Gowan Dawson","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the fascinating world of scientific history and thought with works by Gowan Dawson, a distinguished scholar in the field of science and nature. Known for his in-depth research and engaging writing, Dawson delves into the intricate connections between biology, literature, and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his compelling contributions is \u003cem\u003eMonkey to Man\u003c\/em\u003e, a captivating exploration of the historical journey from early evolutionary theory to its broader impact on society and the arts. This book and others by Dawson offer a unique perspective, merging scientific insight with cultural analysis to enrich your understanding of how scientific ideas have evolved and influenced the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for enthusiasts of both science and history, Gowan Dawson's works invite readers to reflect on the profound ways in which scientific discoveries have shaped human thought and culture. Discover these intriguing narratives and expand your appreciation of the scientific realm with his expertly crafted books.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"monkey-to-man-by-gowan-dawson-9780300270624","title":"Monkey to Man","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMonkey to Man\u003c\/i\u003e is the first book to examine the iconic depiction of evolution, the \"march of progress,\" and its role in shaping our understanding of evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe are all familiar with the \"march of progress,\" the representation of evolution that depicts a series of apelike creatures becoming progressively taller and more erect before finally reaching the upright human form. Its emphasis on linear progress has had a decisive impact on public understanding of evolution, yet the image contradicts modern scientific conceptions of evolution as complex and branching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is the first to examine the origins and history of this ubiquitous and hugely consequential illustration. In a story spanning more than a century, from Victorian Britain to America in the Space Age, Gowan Dawson traces the interconnected histories of the two most important versions of the image: the frontispiece to Thomas Henry Huxley’s \u003ci\u003eEvidence as to Man’s Place in Nature\u003c\/i\u003e (1863) and \"The Road to Homo Sapiens,\" a fold-out illustration in the best-selling book \u003ci\u003eEarly Man\u003c\/i\u003e (1965).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDawson explores how the recurring appearances of this image functioned as a weather vane of shifting scientific and public perspectives on human evolution, as well as an indicator of novel artistic approaches and advancements in technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854686081260,"sku":"9780300270624","price":71.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/581bf3451d539398756acde2ce736009.jpg?v=1759266353"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/gowan-dawson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}