Publisher's Synopsis
The Illustrated Story of Evolution, written by Marshall J. Gauvin and published in 1921, is a comprehensive account of the theory of evolution and the history of life on Earth. This book is a detailed exploration of the scientific evidence supporting Darwin's theory of evolution, including the fossil record, comparative anatomy, and embryology. The book is divided into four parts, each detailing a different aspect of evolution. Part one covers the history of the earth and the origins of life, while part two focuses on the evolution of plants and animals. Part three explores the evolution of humans, including the development of language, culture, and civilization. Finally, part four discusses the future of evolution and the potential impact of human activity on the natural world.Throughout the book, Gauvin provides detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers better understand the complex concepts being discussed. The illustrations include depictions of extinct species, anatomical comparisons between different organisms, and evolutionary family trees.Overall, The Illustrated Story of Evolution is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of life on Earth and the science of evolution. Despite being published almost a century ago, the book remains relevant today and is still widely regarded as a classic in the field of evolutionary biology.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.
