The Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection by Charles Darwin

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Author Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882
Uniform Title On the origin of species
Title The Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection
Or, the Preservation of Favoured Races in the Struggle for Life, 6th Edition
Note See also PG#1228 for the First Edition
Note Project Gutenberg has several editions of this eBook:
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Credits Sue Asscher and David Widger
Summary "The Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection" by Charles Darwin is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. The work discusses the foundational concepts of evolution, focusing on the mechanisms of natural selection and the descent of species from common ancestors. Through rigorous examination of evidence from various fields, Darwin presents a revolutionary framework for understanding the diversity of life on Earth. At the start of this publication, Darwin reflects on the history and evolution of species, outlining how previous naturalists' views have laid the groundwork for his arguments. He introduces the importance of variation, the struggle for existence, and natural selection as driving forces of evolutionary change. He also shares anecdotes from his travels and research, emphasizing empirical observations that challenge the notion of fixed, unchanging species. The writing conveys Darwin's deep commitment to the scientific method, as he strives for collective understanding in a field often clouded by traditional beliefs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QH: Science: Natural history
Subject Evolution (Biology)
Subject Natural selection
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EBook-No. 2009
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Most Recently Updated Nov 9, 2022
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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