Evidence as to Man's Place in Nature by Thomas Henry Huxley

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Author Huxley, Thomas Henry, 1825-1895
Title Evidence as to Man's Place in Nature
Credits Produced by Amy E. Zelmer, and David Widger
Summary "Evidence as to Man's Place in Nature" by Thomas Henry Huxley is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the evolutionary connections between humans and other primates, particularly the similarities and differences among man-like apes such as gorillas, chimpanzees, orangutans, and gibbons. Huxley's investigation delves into historical accounts and modern observations that illustrate how these apes relate to human origins. At the start of the book, Huxley discusses early documentation of man-like apes, referencing explorers like Andrew Battell and Philipp Pigafetta to outline historical perspectives and the evolution of knowledge about these creatures. He highlights the discrepancies between myth and reality as scientific inquiries gained traction, illustrating the attributes and behaviors of these apes while questioning their classification. In this foundational portion, Huxley sets the stage for an argument that contemplates the implications of man-like apes on understanding humanity's place in the natural world, preparing readers for a deeper exploration of anthropology and evolutionary biology. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QH: Science: Natural history
Subject Evolution
Subject Human beings -- Origin
Subject Apes
Category Text
EBook-No. 2931
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 22, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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