The Variation of Animals and Plants under Domestication -- Volume 2 - Couverture souple

Charles Darwin

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9362775964 ISBN 13 : 9789362775962

Editeur : Zinc Read, 2024

Synopsis

The Variation of Animals and Plants under Domestication, Volume 2 continues Charles Darwin's exploration of the effects of domestication on the variation and evolution of animals and plants. This volume builds upon the foundational concepts introduced in Volume 1, delving deeper into specific examples and case studies while expanding on the themes of heredity, variation, and selection. In this second volume, Darwin presents a more detailed examination of various domesticated species, focusing on their specific traits and the impact of human selection. He explores a wide range of animals, including poultry, sheep, cattle, and cats, highlighting the distinct characteristics that have emerged through selective breeding practices. Each species is analyzed in terms of how domestication has led to changes in size, shape, color, behavior, and other traits.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Zinc Read
• Date d'édition: 2024
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9362775964
• ISBN 13: 9789362775962
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 432
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• Personne responsable: non disponible