Experimental Evolution: Lectures Delivered In The Summer School Of Art And Science, University Hall, Edinburgh August, 1891 (1892)

By Henry de Varigny

Book Overview

Experimental Evolution: Lectures Delivered In The Summer School Of Art And Science, University Hall, Edinburgh August, 1891 (1892) is a book written by Henry De Varigny. The book is a collection of lectures that were delivered in the summer school of art and science at University Hall in Edinburgh in August of 1891. The lectures focus on the topic of experimental evolution, which is the study of how organisms change over time through the process of natural selection. De Varigny explores the various methods that can be used to study evolution experimentally, including breeding experiments, hybridization, and the study of mutations. He also discusses the role of environment and adaptation in evolution, as well as the importance of genetic variation in the process of natural selection. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scientists and non-scientists alike. It provides a fascinating insight into the early days of experimental evolution, and the ideas and theories that were being developed at the time. Overall, Experimental Evolution: Lectures Delivered In The Summer School Of Art And Science, University Hall, Edinburgh August, 1891 (1892) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of evolution and the history of science.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164177273
• ISBN13: 9781164177272
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"