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The Origin of Life

by Anab Whitehouse ...

The current book is not about trying to prove the truth of this or that scientific or religious account about the origins of either human beings, in particular, or life, in general. 'The Origin of Life' is about the problems surrounding the process of interpreting empirical evidence and subjecting that data to various methods of rigorous critical reflection. ... Read more

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The current book is not about trying to prove the truth of this or that scientific or religious account about the origins of either human beings, in particular, or life, in general. 'The Origin of Life' is about the problems surrounding the process of interpreting empirical evidence and subjecting that data to various methods of rigorous critical reflection.
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The Evolution of Consciousness

Implications for Mental Health and Quality of Life

by Bjørn Grinde ...

Series series Behavioral Science and Psychology (R0)
This book gives the reader an understanding of what consciousness is about, and of how to make conscious experiences more pleasant. It expands on a new theory that describes the evolutionary trajectory leading to conscious life forms. In short, the evidence suggests that consciousness first evolved some 300 million years ago as a consequence of the introduction of feelings. Feelings offer a ... Read more

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This book gives the reader an understanding of what consciousness is about, and of how to make conscious experiences more pleasant. It expands on a new theory that describes the evolutionary trajectory leading to conscious life forms. In short, the evidence suggests that consciousness first evolved some 300 million years ago as a consequence of the introduction of feelings. Feelings offer a
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Nati per credere

by Vittorio Girotto ...

La teoria darwiniana dell'evoluzione rappresenta uno dei maggiori successi scientifici di ogni tempo; eppure molte persone che non si occupano di scienza a livello professionale la rifiutano e mostrano invece di credere in varie forme di creazionismo. Sembra, come ha osservato Richard Dawkins, che il nostro cervello sia stato specificamente "progettato" per fraintendere il darwinismo e che l ... Read more

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La teoria darwiniana dell'evoluzione rappresenta uno dei maggiori successi scientifici di ogni tempo; eppure molte persone che non si occupano di scienza a livello professionale la rifiutano e mostrano invece di credere in varie forme di creazionismo. Sembra, come ha osservato Richard Dawkins, che il nostro cervello sia stato specificamente "progettato" per fraintendere il darwinismo e che l
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African Dinosaurs Unearthed

The Tendaguru Expeditions

by Gerhard Maier ...

Series series Life of the Past
From 1907 to 1931 at Tendaguru, a remote site in present-day Tanzania, teams of German (and later British) paleontologists unearthed 220 tons of fossils, including the bones of a new dinosaur, one of the largest then known. For decades the mounted skeleton of this giant, Brachiosaurus, was the largest skeleton of a land animal on exhibit in the world. The dinosaur and other animal fossils found at ... Read more

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From 1907 to 1931 at Tendaguru, a remote site in present-day Tanzania, teams of German (and later British) paleontologists unearthed 220 tons of fossils, including the bones of a new dinosaur, one of the largest then known. For decades the mounted skeleton of this giant, Brachiosaurus, was the largest skeleton of a land animal on exhibit in the world. The dinosaur and other animal fossils found at
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The Drunken Monkey

Why We Drink and Abuse Alcohol

by Robert Dudley ...

Alcoholism, as opposed to the safe consumption of alcohol, remains a major public health issue. In this accessible book, Robert Dudley presents an intriguing evolutionary interpretation to explain the persistence of alcohol-related problems. Providing a deep-time, interdisciplinary perspective on today’s patterns of alcohol consumption and abuse, Dudley traces the link between the fruit-eating ... Read more

$31.49 USD

Alcoholism, as opposed to the safe consumption of alcohol, remains a major public health issue. In this accessible book, Robert Dudley presents an intriguing evolutionary interpretation to explain the persistence of alcohol-related problems. Providing a deep-time, interdisciplinary perspective on today’s patterns of alcohol consumption and abuse, Dudley traces the link between the fruit-eating
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Il terzo scimpanzé

Ascesa e caduta del primate Homo sapiens

by Jared Diamond ...

L’uomo è manifestamente diverso da tutti gli altri animali. Lo è soprattutto grazie al controllo assoluto (o quasi) che ha conseguito sulla natura, un controllo che si esprime nelle forme più peculiari della nostra civiltà. Alle capacità esclusive che hanno fatto dell’Homo sapiens il padrone del pianeta sono però associati anche aspetti oscuri, che proiettano ombre sinistre sul nostro futuro: ... Read more

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L’uomo è manifestamente diverso da tutti gli altri animali. Lo è soprattutto grazie al controllo assoluto (o quasi) che ha conseguito sulla natura, un controllo che si esprime nelle forme più peculiari della nostra civiltà. Alle capacità esclusive che hanno fatto dell’Homo sapiens il padrone del pianeta sono però associati anche aspetti oscuri, che proiettano ombre sinistre sul nostro futuro:
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Music as Biology

The Tones We Like and Why

by Dale Purves ...

The universality of musical tones has long fascinated philosophers, scientists, musicians, and ordinary listeners. Why do human beings worldwide find some tone combinations consonant and others dissonant? Why do we make music using only a small number of scales out of the billions that are possible? Why do differently organized scales elicit different emotions? Why are there so few notes in scales ... Read more

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The universality of musical tones has long fascinated philosophers, scientists, musicians, and ordinary listeners. Why do human beings worldwide find some tone combinations consonant and others dissonant? Why do we make music using only a small number of scales out of the billions that are possible? Why do differently organized scales elicit different emotions? Why are there so few notes in scales
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A Origem das Espécies

by Charles Darwin ...

“A Origem das Espécies” é votado como livro mais influente da história."É certamente verdadeiro que se vêem raramente aparecer num indivíduo novos órgãos que parecem ter sido criados com um fim especial; é mesmo o que demonstra o velho axioma de história natural de que se tem exagerado um pouco a significação: Natura non facit saltum. A maior parte dos naturalistas experimentados admitem a verdade ... Read more

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“A Origem das Espécies” é votado como livro mais influente da história."É certamente verdadeiro que se vêem raramente aparecer num indivíduo novos órgãos que parecem ter sido criados com um fim especial; é mesmo o que demonstra o velho axioma de história natural de que se tem exagerado um pouco a significação: Natura non facit saltum. A maior parte dos naturalistas experimentados admitem a verdade
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Darwinian Evolution

by Antony Flew ...

In little more than a hundred years the evolutionary theory of Charles Darwin has conquered the thinking world. No other body of ideas has enjoyed such unrivaled success. But precisely because of its scientific status, Darwinism has sometimes been invoked to sustain other ideas and beliefs with a much less solid foundation. Darwinian Evolution is a study of the historical background of Darwin's ... Read more

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In little more than a hundred years the evolutionary theory of Charles Darwin has conquered the thinking world. No other body of ideas has enjoyed such unrivaled success. But precisely because of its scientific status, Darwinism has sometimes been invoked to sustain other ideas and beliefs with a much less solid foundation. Darwinian Evolution is a study of the historical background of Darwin's
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On Germinal Selection as a Source of Definite Variation

Unveiling the Origins of Biological Diversity through Germinal Selection

by August Weismann ...

Translated by Thomas J. McCormack ...

In "On Germinal Selection as a Source of Definite Variation," August Weismann presents a groundbreaking exploration of evolutionary theory that challenges conventional notions of heredity and adaptation. Through rigorous analysis and eloquent prose, Weismann posits that germinal selection'Äîselection occurring at the level of the germ cells'Äîplays a critical role in generating variation within ... Read more

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In "On Germinal Selection as a Source of Definite Variation," August Weismann presents a groundbreaking exploration of evolutionary theory that challenges conventional notions of heredity and adaptation. Through rigorous analysis and eloquent prose, Weismann posits that germinal selection'Äîselection occurring at the level of the germ cells'Äîplays a critical role in generating variation within
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No Shame in Going Native

by Hassan Rasheed ...

We were born into a different world than the one we find ourselves living in at this moment. The world back then was a simple one guided by nature and void of the amalgam of taboos and draconian rules that have only one purpose: to complicate and confuse the human condition. So, instead of simple desires and wants the human element has been amplified beyond what Earth can sustain. This is a guide ... Read more

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We were born into a different world than the one we find ourselves living in at this moment. The world back then was a simple one guided by nature and void of the amalgam of taboos and draconian rules that have only one purpose: to complicate and confuse the human condition. So, instead of simple desires and wants the human element has been amplified beyond what Earth can sustain. This is a guide
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The Enigma of Time

by Luca Saba, Silvano Tagliagambe ...

Series series Philosophy and Religion (R0)
This book considers the concept of time after the shift from genetics to phylogenetics. It uses an interdisciplinary analysis based on the latest findings from neuroscience, physics, philosophy of medicine, epistemology, logic and artificial intelligence to delve into various aspects of the enigmatic character of time. The book shows how what we call 'experience' is structured by virtue of the ... Read more

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This book considers the concept of time after the shift from genetics to phylogenetics. It uses an interdisciplinary analysis based on the latest findings from neuroscience, physics, philosophy of medicine, epistemology, logic and artificial intelligence to delve into various aspects of the enigmatic character of time. The book shows how what we call 'experience' is structured by virtue of the
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Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion

by David Hume ...

Series series Dover Philosophical Classics
How can we know that God exists? Is it possible to find proof of religion's most significant issues? Can we presume that the orderliness of the universe offers evidence of a purposeful creator? David Hume's Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion explores these perennial questions in a thought-provoking and highly readable style.This classic examines its controversial subject in the well-known ... Read more

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How can we know that God exists? Is it possible to find proof of religion's most significant issues? Can we presume that the orderliness of the universe offers evidence of a purposeful creator? David Hume's Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion explores these perennial questions in a thought-provoking and highly readable style.This classic examines its controversial subject in the well-known
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Last Words on Evolution: A Popular Retrospect and Summary

Delving into the Evolutionary Theory: An Accessible Summary

by Ernst Haeckel ...

Translated by Joseph McCabe ...

In "Last Words on Evolution: A Popular Retrospect and Summary," Ernst Haeckel distills his extensive insights on evolutionary theory, presenting a synthesis of his scientific discoveries and philosophies. This work is characterized by Haeckel's clear, engaging prose and a fervent commitment to popularizing complex scientific ideas for the general public. Through rich illustrations and vivid ... Read more

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In "Last Words on Evolution: A Popular Retrospect and Summary," Ernst Haeckel distills his extensive insights on evolutionary theory, presenting a synthesis of his scientific discoveries and philosophies. This work is characterized by Haeckel's clear, engaging prose and a fervent commitment to popularizing complex scientific ideas for the general public. Through rich illustrations and vivid
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The Voyage of the Beagle

by Charles Darwin ...

102 black-and-white illustrations. According to Wikipedia: "The Voyage of the Beagle is a title commonly given to the book written by Charles Darwin and published in 1839 as his Journal and Remarks, bringing him considerable fame and respect. The title refers to the second survey expedition of the ship HMS Beagle, which set sail from Plymouth Sound on 27 December 1831 under the command of Captain ... Read more

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102 black-and-white illustrations. According to Wikipedia: "The Voyage of the Beagle is a title commonly given to the book written by Charles Darwin and published in 1839 as his Journal and Remarks, bringing him considerable fame and respect. The title refers to the second survey expedition of the ship HMS Beagle, which set sail from Plymouth Sound on 27 December 1831 under the command of Captain
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Before Humans

The Drama of World-Making

by Michael Vincent ...

Before the first humans drew breath, the universe was already ancient.Galaxies wheeled through the void for ages. Stars lived and died, forging the heavy elements that would become planets, oceans, and eventually life itself. Our sun ignited from the debris of a stellar encounter. Earth formed, cooled, and wrapped itself in water. In warm shallow seas, something began to stir.Before Humans traces ... Read more

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Before the first humans drew breath, the universe was already ancient.Galaxies wheeled through the void for ages. Stars lived and died, forging the heavy elements that would become planets, oceans, and eventually life itself. Our sun ignited from the debris of a stellar encounter. Earth formed, cooled, and wrapped itself in water. In warm shallow seas, something began to stir.Before Humans traces
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Comments on Steven Mithen's Book (1996) The Prehistory of The Mind

A Course on The Human Niche, #5

by Razie Mah ...

Series Book 5 - A Course on The Human Niche
Over twenty years ago, Steven Mithen, a British archaeologist, published one of the most eloquently written books on human evolution. The Prehistory of The Mind (1996) frames the past six million years with two evocative analogies. The first is a play in four acts. The second is the evolution of church architecture in the West.These powerful metaphors do not explain human evolution. They re ... Read more

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Over twenty years ago, Steven Mithen, a British archaeologist, published one of the most eloquently written books on human evolution. The Prehistory of The Mind (1996) frames the past six million years with two evocative analogies. The first is a play in four acts. The second is the evolution of church architecture in the West.These powerful metaphors do not explain human evolution. They re
... Read more
Comparative and Evolutionary Genomics of Angiosperm Trees

Edited by Andrew Groover, Quentin Cronk ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
Marking the change in focus of tree genomics from single species to comparative approaches, this book covers biological, genomic, and evolutionary aspects of angiosperm trees that provide information and perspectives to support researchers broadening the focus of their research. The diversity of angiosperm trees in morphology, anatomy, physiology and biochemistry has been described and cataloged ... Read more

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Marking the change in focus of tree genomics from single species to comparative approaches, this book covers biological, genomic, and evolutionary aspects of angiosperm trees that provide information and perspectives to support researchers broadening the focus of their research. The diversity of angiosperm trees in morphology, anatomy, physiology and biochemistry has been described and cataloged
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Sensory Ecology, Behaviour, and Evolution

by Martin Stevens ...

Throughout their lives animals must complete many tasks, including finding food, avoiding predators, attracting mates, and navigating through a complex and dynamic environment. Consequently, they have evolved a staggering array of sensory organs that are fundamental to survival and reproduction and shape much of their evolution and behaviour. Sensory ecology deals with how animals acquire, process ... Read more

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Throughout their lives animals must complete many tasks, including finding food, avoiding predators, attracting mates, and navigating through a complex and dynamic environment. Consequently, they have evolved a staggering array of sensory organs that are fundamental to survival and reproduction and shape much of their evolution and behaviour. Sensory ecology deals with how animals acquire, process
... Read more
Richard Dawkins

How a scientist changed the way we think

by Alan Grafen, Mark Ridley ...

Published to coincide with the 30th anniversary of The Selfish Gene, this sparkling collection explores the impact of Richard Dawkins as scientist, rationalist, and one of the most important thinkers alive today. Specially commissioned pieces by leading figures in science, philosophy, literature, and the media, such as Daniel C. Dennett, Matt Ridley, Steven Pinker, Philip Pullman, and the Bishop ... Read more

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Published to coincide with the 30th anniversary of The Selfish Gene, this sparkling collection explores the impact of Richard Dawkins as scientist, rationalist, and one of the most important thinkers alive today. Specially commissioned pieces by leading figures in science, philosophy, literature, and the media, such as Daniel C. Dennett, Matt Ridley, Steven Pinker, Philip Pullman, and the Bishop
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Darwin the Writer

by George Levine ...

Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species, arguably the most important book written in English in the nineteenth century, transformed the way we looked at the world. It is usually assumed that this is because the idea of evolution was so staggeringly powerful. Prize-winning author George Levine suggests that much of its influence was due, in fact, to its artistry; to the way it was written. Alive ... Read more

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Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species, arguably the most important book written in English in the nineteenth century, transformed the way we looked at the world. It is usually assumed that this is because the idea of evolution was so staggeringly powerful. Prize-winning author George Levine suggests that much of its influence was due, in fact, to its artistry; to the way it was written. Alive
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Foundations of Metacognition

Edited by Michael J. Beran, Johannes Brandl, Josef Perner, JoÃ«lle Proust ...

Metacognition refers to the awareness an individual has of their own mental processes (also referred to as ' thinking about thinking'). In the past thirty years metacognition research has become a rapidly growing field of interdisciplinary research within the cognitive sciences. Just recently, there have been major changes in this field, stimulated by the controversial issues of metacognition in ... Read more

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Metacognition refers to the awareness an individual has of their own mental processes (also referred to as ' thinking about thinking'). In the past thirty years metacognition research has become a rapidly growing field of interdisciplinary research within the cognitive sciences. Just recently, there have been major changes in this field, stimulated by the controversial issues of metacognition in
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The Evolutionary Roots of Human Brain Diseases

Edited by Nico J. Diederich, Martin Brüne, Katrin Amunts, Christopher G. Goetz ...

Richly illustrated with figures and examples and supplemented with a glossary of terms, The Evolutionary Roots of Human Brain Diseases assembles recent findings in clinical neuroscience, evolutionary biology, anthropology, and cellular biology to elucidate the origins of human brain diseases and how evolution has given rise to exclusive impacts on brain health only in humans. The book is succinct, ... Read more

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Richly illustrated with figures and examples and supplemented with a glossary of terms, The Evolutionary Roots of Human Brain Diseases assembles recent findings in clinical neuroscience, evolutionary biology, anthropology, and cellular biology to elucidate the origins of human brain diseases and how evolution has given rise to exclusive impacts on brain health only in humans. The book is succinct,
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Sense and Nonsense

Evolutionary Perspectives on Human Behaviour

by Prof Gillian R. Brown, Prof Kevin N. Lala ...

Evolutionary theory is one of the most wide-ranging and inspiring scientific ideas, and it offers a battery of methods that can be used to interpret human behaviour. However, researchers disagree about the best ways to use evolution to explore humanity, and a number of schools of thought have emerged. Sense and Nonsense, third edition, provides an introduction to the ideas, methods and findings of ... Read more

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Evolutionary theory is one of the most wide-ranging and inspiring scientific ideas, and it offers a battery of methods that can be used to interpret human behaviour. However, researchers disagree about the best ways to use evolution to explore humanity, and a number of schools of thought have emerged. Sense and Nonsense, third edition, provides an introduction to the ideas, methods and findings of
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