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Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut - Gepflegter, sauberer Zustand. | Seiten: 218 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher. N° de réf. du vendeur 25759963/2
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the evolution of organic form and function through a critical analysis of the Darwinian theory of natural selection. The author argues that the theory of natural selection, while useful as a means of explaining certain evolutionary adaptations, fails to account for the development and persistence of useless or non-adaptive characteristics in living organisms. The book delves into the complexities of organ and function relationships, the role of beauty and design in nature, and the challenges of explaining the origins of complex biological systems. The author presents a thought-provoking critique of Darwinian evolution, offering alternative explanations for the development of life's incredible variety and complexity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330294628_0
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Etat : New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Organ and Function: A Study of EvolutionA preface is customary, usually unnecessary and always an annoyance. In conclusion, then, let me say, if I were to express my admiration for those naturalists whose view. N° de réf. du vendeur 2147747523
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