Species: The Evolution of the Idea, Second Edition

di John S. Wilkins (Autore)

Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2021

Over time the complex idea of "species" has evolved, yet its meaning is far from resolved. This comprehensive work is a fresh look at an idea central to the field of biology by tracing its history from antiquity to today. Species is a benchmark exploration and clarification of a concept fundamental to the past, present, and future of the natural sciences. In this edition, a section is added on the debate over species since the time of the New Synthesis, and brings the book up to date. A section on recent philosophical debates over species has also been added. This edition is better suited non-specialists in philosophy, so that it will be of greater use for scientists wishing to understand how the notion came to be that living organisms form species. Key Selling Features: Covers the philosophical and historical development of the concept of "species" Documents that variation was recognized by pre-Darwinian scholars Includes a section on the debates since the time of the New Synthesis Better suited to non-philosophers

• Autore: John S. Wilkins
• Editore: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Collana: Species and Systematics
• Anno: 2021
• Rilegatura: Paperback / softback
• Pagine: 389 p.
• Dimensioni: 234 x 156 mm
• Peso: 580 gr.
• EAN: 9780367657369

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