Lectures on Evolution by Thomas Henry Huxley

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Author Huxley, Thomas Henry, 1825-1895
Title Lectures on Evolution
Essay #3 from "Science and Hebrew Tradition"
Credits Produced by D. R. Thompson, and David Widger
Summary "Lectures on Evolution" by Thomas Henry Huxley is a scientific exploration written during the late 19th century. The book delves into the various hypotheses regarding the history of life on Earth, emphasizing the concept of evolution as it relates to natural history and the development of species over time. At the start of this work, Huxley presents readers with an intricate discussion of three main hypotheses about the history of nature: the eternity of the present state, the Miltonic hypothesis of sudden creation, and the evolutionary hypothesis. Each hypothesis is accompanied by a critical examination of its implications, strengths, and weaknesses using scientific reasoning and historical evidence. Huxley highlights the necessity for a scientific basis to understand the continuity of life and evolutionary processes rather than relying on anecdotal or purely theoretical assumptions. The opening portion sets the stage for a deeper investigation into the evidence for evolution and its implications for understanding the natural world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class Q: Science
Subject Science
Subject Evolution
Subject Bible and science
Subject Paleontology
Category Text
EBook-No. 2629
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 22, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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