| Author |
Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882 |
| Title |
The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 57.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Sue Asscher and David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex" by Charles Darwin is a scientific publication written during the late 19th century. In this work, Darwin explores the origins and evolution of humans, focusing on their development from lower forms of life and discussing the processes of natural and sexual selection. The book seeks to build on Darwin's earlier theories, applying them specifically to the human species and providing a comprehensive analysis of various aspects of human evolution. The opening of the work serves as an introduction, outlining Darwin's motivations and intentions for the book. He reflects on the acceptance of evolutionary theory within the scientific community and the importance of understanding human origins in a similar light to other species. Darwin sets the stage for his exploration by highlighting key themes such as descent, variability, and the role of both natural and sexual selection in shaping human traits. He emphasizes that humans share a close anatomical and developmental relationship with other mammals, pointing out evidence from embryology and comparative anatomy that supports the idea of common descent. The beginning establishes a foundation for the detailed examination of human evolution that follows, engaging readers with the profound implications of Darwin's observations and conclusions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
QH: Science: Natural history
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| Subject |
Evolution (Biology)
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| Subject |
Human beings -- Origin
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| Subject |
Sexual selection in animals
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| Subject |
Sexual dimorphism (Animals)
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| Subject |
Sex differences
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2300 |
| Release Date |
Aug 1, 2000 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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