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Discover an extraordinary collection of Charles Darwin's seminal works in *From So Simple a Beginning*. This beautiful slipcased edition brings together the four great texts: *Voyage of the H.M.S. Beagle* (1845), *The Origin of Species* (1859), *The Descent of Man* (1871), and *The Expression of Emotions in Man and Animals* (1872), curated for the modern reader. Not only does it reaffirm Darwin's enduring relevance, but it also features an insightful introductory essay by two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Edward O. Wilson, who provides fresh introductions to each work and a thought-provoking afterword that navigates the evolution of Darwinian theory amidst contemporary debates. Enhanced by a unique, thoughtfully crafted index, this collection links classic Darwinian concepts to today's biological understanding, making it an invaluable resource for students, educators, and enthusiasts of evolutionary biology. Restored illustrations included enhance the reading experience, making this not just a book but a cherished keepsake for any nature lover or science history buff. Please note that shipping for this item is free, and while we strive for prompt service, please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9780393061345, Year: 2010, Publisher: W W Norton & Company, Pages: 1712.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393061345
Year: 2010
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 1712
Description:
Never before have the four great works of Charles Darwin?oyage of the H.M.S. Beagle (1845), The Origin of Species (1859), The Descent of Man (1871), and The Expression of Emotions in Man and Animals (1872)?been collected under one cover. Undertaking this challenging endeavor 123 years after Darwin's death, two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Edward O. Wilson has written an introductory essay for the occasion, while providing new, insightful introductions to each of the four volumes and an afterword that examines the fate of evolutionary theory in an era of religious resistance. In addition, Wilson has crafted a creative new index to accompany these four texts, which links the nineteenth-century, Darwinian evolutionary concepts to contemporary biological thought. Beautifully slipcased, and including restored versions of the original illustrations, From So Simple a Beginning turns our attention to the astounding power of the natural creative process and the magnificence of its products.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393061345
Year: 2010
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 1712
Description:
Never before have the four great works of Charles Darwin?oyage of the H.M.S. Beagle (1845), The Origin of Species (1859), The Descent of Man (1871), and The Expression of Emotions in Man and Animals (1872)?been collected under one cover. Undertaking this challenging endeavor 123 years after Darwin's death, two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Edward O. Wilson has written an introductory essay for the occasion, while providing new, insightful introductions to each of the four volumes and an afterword that examines the fate of evolutionary theory in an era of religious resistance. In addition, Wilson has crafted a creative new index to accompany these four texts, which links the nineteenth-century, Darwinian evolutionary concepts to contemporary biological thought. Beautifully slipcased, and including restored versions of the original illustrations, From So Simple a Beginning turns our attention to the astounding power of the natural creative process and the magnificence of its products.