Binding: Paperback
Description: Charles Darwin transformed our understanding of the universe and our place in it with his development of the theory of evolution. 150 years later we are still puzzling over the implications. John Dupr presents a lucid witty introduction to evolution and what it means for our view of humanity the natural world and religion. He explains the right and the wrong ways to understand evolution: in the latter category fall most of the claims of evolutionary psychology of which Dupr gives a withering critique. He shows why the theory of evolution is one of the most important scientific ideas of all time but makes clear that it can't explain everything - contrary to widespread popular belief it has very little to tell us about the details of human nature and human behaviour such as language culture and sexuality. Darwin's Legacy clears a path through the confusion and controversy surrounding evolution; anyone who is interested in understanding what the theory of evolution can and can't do will find this a compelling and enjoyable introduction.
Title: Darwin's Legacy What Evolution Means Today
Author(s): Dupre John (Professor Of Philosophy And Sociology At The University Of Exeter)
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Barcode: 9780199284214
Pages: 150 Pages
Publication Date: 9/29/2005
Category: Popular Science