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Author Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882
Translator Bronn, H. G. (Heinrich Georg), 1800-1862
Title Über die Entstehung der Arten im Thier- und Pflanzen-Reich durch natürliche Züchtung
Original Publication Germany: Schweizerbart'sche Verlagshandlung,1863.
Note Reading ease score: 48.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary "Über die Entstehung der Arten im Thier- und Pflanzen-Reich durch natürliche Züchtung" by Charles Darwin is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This seminal work is recognized for introducing the concept of natural selection, exploring the processes that lead to the evolution of species through gradual changes over time. The book delves into the mechanisms of heredity, the role of environmental pressures, and the intricate relationships among living organisms. The opening of the book presents an introduction where Darwin reflects on the historical context of species theory and the prevailing notion that species are immutable creations. He acknowledges earlier thinkers who suggested variations in species, citing figures such as Lamarck and Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire. Darwin emphasizes his observations during his voyage on the HMS Beagle, which led him to hypothesize about the common ancestry of species. The introduction sets the stage for a thorough exploration of how new species arise through natural mechanisms rather than divine intervention or static creation, aiming to provide readers with a foundational understanding of evolutionary theory. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class QH: Science: Natural history
Subject Evolution (Biology)
Subject Natural selection
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