Julian Huxley était un éminent biologiste et penseur britannique, dont l'œuvre s'est profondément intéressée à l'évolution et à l'humanisme séculier. Fort d'une formation universitaire et en tant que premier Directeur Général de l'UNESCO, Huxley a défendu la vulgarisation scientifique sur diverses plateformes, des livres et articles à la radio et à la télévision. Ses vastes intérêts englobaient des sujets tels que la génétique, la zoologie et l'avenir de l'humanité, faisant de lui une figure influente dans le paysage scientifique et intellectuel de son époque. L'héritage de Huxley perdure dans ses efforts pour relier la compréhension scientifique au progrès et à la compréhension humaine.
A delightful treasury of observations and insights into the lives of all sorts of creatures, from jackdaws and water-shrews to dogs, cats and even wolves. It is a wonderfully written introduction to the world of our furred and feathered friends!
A pictorial essay on wild birds and animals living on all the continents of the world
Focusing on the foundational concepts of evolutionary biology, this definitive edition presents a critical exploration of the scientific principles that shaped the field in the twentieth century. It delves into the theoretical frameworks that support evolutionary theory, making it an essential read for those interested in the intersection of science and philosophy.
.0000000000In The Origin of Species Darwin outlined his theory of evolution, which proposed that species had been evolving and differentiating over time under the influence of natural selection. On its publication it became hugely influential, bringing about a seismic shift in the scientific view of humanity's place in the world that is still controversial today. It is both a brilliant work of science and also a clear, vivid and at times even moving, piece of writing that reflects both Darwin's genius and his boundless enthusiasm for the natural world.With an Afterword by Oliver Francis
