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Description for Charles Darwin
Hardback. The definitive work on the philosophical nature and impact of the theories of Charles Darwin, written by a well-known authority on the history and philosophy of Darwinism. Series: Blackwell Great Minds. Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: BGT; PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 163 x 236 x 28. Weight in Grams: 656.
The definitive work on the philosophical nature and impact of the theories of Charles Darwin, written by a well-known authority on the history and philosophy of Darwinism.
- Broadly explores the theories of Charles Darwin and Darwin studies
- Incorporates much information about modern Biology
- Offers a comprehensive discussion of Darwinism and Christianity – including Creationism – by one of the leading authorities in the field
- Written in clear, concise, user-friendly language supplemented with quality illustrations
- Examines the status of evolutionary theory as a genuine theory and its implications for philosophy, epistemology and ethics
- Provides a strong understanding of the philosophical nature and impact of Darwin's thought
- Holds ... Read more
- Strongly supports Darwinism and fully explores modern naturalistic explanations of religion
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
Series
Blackwell Great Minds
Number of Pages
352
Place of Publication
Hoboken, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781405149129
SKU
V9781405149129
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 7 to 11 working days
Ref
99-50
About Michael Ruse
Michael Ruse is Lucyle T. Werkmeister Professor of Philosophy, Florida State University. The author of many books, including The Philosophy of Biology and Taking Darwin Seriously, he is also the founder and editor of the journal Biology and Philosophy. He has appeared on "Quirks and Quarks" and the Discovery Channel.
Reviews for Charles Darwin
"A major voice in Darwinian scholarship … .Ruse excels. His writing style is clear, calm and non-technical. … This work would appeal to many non-specialist readers. Instead of preaching to the converted, Ruse appeals to the uncertain reader and shows the extent (and therefore the limits) of Darwinian thinking … .Ruse has certainly presented a notable work." (Metascience, July 2009) ... Read more