Taking Darwin seriously
Michael Ruse
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Taking Darwin seriously
by Michael Ruse
Published
1986
Publisher
Blackwell
Pages
350
ISBN-10
0631135421
Description
Since its original publication, Taking Darwin Seriously has established itself as one of the most important works of evolutionary naturalism since Charles Darwin's Origin of Species over a century ago. Applying evolutionary biology to philosophical problems of epistemology and ethics, it definitively establishes a naturalistic approach to our understanding of life's major problems. Updated with a new preface and a final chapter that addresses the most recent developments in and popular attacks on contemporary evolution, this is an essential work for those interested in the implications of modern Darwinism - especially human sociobiology - for questions in the theory of knowledge and of moral behaviour and thought. Written in a style accessible to both the professional and the general reader, Taking Darwin Seriously is intended as a direct challenge to all who would push creationism as a credible alternative to scientific evolution in public schools, universities, and as a general theory for public consumption.
Subjects
On the origin of species by means of natural selection
Introduction to genetic analysis
Microbiology
The Selfish Gene
What is life? The physical aspect of the living cell
The Singularity Is Near
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Taking Darwin seriously?
This edition of Taking Darwin seriously has approximately 350 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Taking Darwin seriously?
For most readers, Taking Darwin seriously typically takes between 7h 18m and 4h 52m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 87,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 50m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 87,500 words
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What is the word count of Taking Darwin seriously?
The estimated word count for Taking Darwin seriously is approximately 87,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Taking Darwin seriously?
Taking Darwin seriously was written by Michael Ruse.
When was Taking Darwin seriously published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1986. The original work may have been published on a different date.