evolution

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evolution

Origins

fourteen billion years of cosmic evolution
2004
Explores how the study of cosmic science has led to new insights into the formation and evolution of the universe and all its structures.

Macmillan encyclopedia of science

fossils and human ancestors, the basics of life
1997
An encyclopedia of science and technology covering the origins and development of living things, including humans, and discusses the structures and processes in living things that make life possible.

The Kingfisher book of evolution

2000
Examines the evolution of life on Earth, from the first primitive organisms to modern humans, and attempts to look into the future.

The Scopes trial

defending the right to teach
1994
Describes through photographs and text the most important dramas ever played out in the United States. The trial dealt with the freedoms of speech and worship, as well as the rights to teach and learn. Discusses evolution and creationism.

The human story

our evolution from prehistoric ancestors to today
2004
Explores the origins of humans, including how such developments as Linnaeus' classification system and recent understanding of the human genome have improved scientists' comprehension of evolution.

The stick and stone age

2001
Color cartoon illustrations and text describe animal species living sixty million years ago and chronicle the evolution of humans.

Loss of biodiversity

2011
Discusses the origin and evolution of life on Earth, the effects of pollution and its relation to climate change, the importance of biodiversity, and the need to save endangered and threatened species.

Charles Darwin and the origin of species

Greenwood guides to historic events 1500-1900
2007
The author presents a comprehensive analysis of the theories of Charles Darwin, along with a chronology and overview of the life of Darwin and important events associated with his ideas about evolution.

Evolution and creationism

a documentary and reference guide
2007
Presents a comprehensive reference guide with over forty documents that help the reader to understand the ongoing debate between creation and evolution.

Darwinism and its discontents

2006
The author presents a strong defense for Charles Darwin's theory of evolution examining Darwin's work on the origins of life and natural selection, and challenges those who espouse to other theories such as creationism and the Intelligent Design Theory.

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