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Binding: PaperbackDewey Decimal Number: 576 EAN: 9780385340922 ISBN: 0385340923 Label: Delta Manufacturer: Delta Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 400 Publication Date: December 26, 2007 Publisher: Delta Release Date: December 26, 2007 Studio: Delta Related Items:
Browse for similar items by category: Click to Display Editorial Review: Product Description: What is the biological reason for gossip? For laughter? For the creation of art? Why do dogs have curly tails? What can microbes tell us about morality? These and many other questions are tackled by renowned evolutionist David Sloan Wilson in this witty and groundbreaking new book. With stories that entertain as much as they inform, Wilson outlines the basic principles of evolution and shows how, properly understood, they can illuminate the length and breadth of creation, from the origin of life to the nature of religion. Now everyone can move beyond the sterile debates about creationism and intelligent design to share Darwin’s panoramic view of animal and human life, seamlessly connected to each other. Evolution, as Wilson explains, is not just about dinosaurs and human origins, but about why all species behave as they do—from beetles that devour their own young, to bees that function as a collective brain, to dogs that are smarter in some respects than our closest ape relatives. And basic evolutionary principles are also the foundation for humanity’s capacity for symbolic thought, culture, and morality. In example after example, Wilson sheds new light on Darwin’s grand theory and how it can be applied to daily life. By turns thoughtful, provocative, and daringly funny, Evolution for Everyone addresses some of the deepest philosophical and social issues of this or any age. In helping us come to a deeper understanding of human beings and our place in the world, it might also help us to improve that world. From the Hardcover edition. Average Rating:
 Rating:  - What Theory?Darwin never wrote a theory of evolution. His book "On The Origin of Species" is a hypothesis - get it right. The idea of evolution predates Darwin by about 2,000 years. The Greeks spoke of animals changing form over time. Darwin postulated a process - natural selection. Rating: - Evolution for No OneDavid Sloan Wilson seems to think Evolution is for Everyone, but he should speak for himself. He does not speak for me, or for the eternal and unchanging God who amended the Jewish scriptures and made his Son a new and more perfect messiah. Since I pray to this God, I think I know a bit more about God's plan for humanity than Wilson does. Let's see what's wrong with this book, and also what's wrong with Wilson: 1) Wilson claims evolution has wide applicability, yet he never ... Read More Rating: - We can thank God for it!I have to give this book low marks. As a casual observer for many years now on this planet I have found a few things that lend themselves to its existence being the result of a Creator. 1. Fruits and Vegetables growing on trees. I have noticed that the size of Fruits and Vegetables growing on trees and out of the ground etc. are basically the perfect size for human consumption. Like we are made for one another. Outside of some clever hybrid manipulation by humans, you won't find an ... Read More Rating:  - If you really want to understand the worldThere are a lot of good books, too many for anyone to read any but the best. This is one of the best, with new insights on almost every page. Whether you love science already, or are doubtful about evolution and want to know the truth, this is the one book to read. Rating: - Very Boring. Devoid of contentThere are some books written by college professors that seem to have absolutely no regard for the time of the reader. I couldn't finish the book, but I forced myself to read 120 pages before giving up. The first 120 pages would have made a nice 4-5 page article. He just prattles on about his wife, and how many different species were running about somewhere they visited. However, there was almost nothing about evolution and how Darwin's theory could actually be used in our lives. I do use Evolution ... Read More 
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