evolution

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

A collection of essays by scientist Stephen Jay Gould about how humans learned to study and understand nature.

Presents thirty-four essays, most previously published in "Natural History" magazine, in which the author explores the connection of evolutionary thought to academic, social, and political issues.

Contemplative essays speaking often of the importance of the unbroken connection of modern man and our ancestors.

Identifies those aspects of evolution that people find hard to believe and removes the barriers to credibility one by one.

Contains the author's theory into the scientific evidence for evolution and includes reasons why he feels it should be taught in schools, provides the various religious points of view, and offers insight to the evolution-creationism controversy.

Discusses one of the most famous court cases in history, in which a Tennessee high school teacher was put on trial for teaching evolution.

Examines how Darwin's theory of evolution influenced the world's beliefs, laws, and public opinion.

Traces past and present theories of human origins and development.

Examines the history of life on Earth and traces the course of human evolution.