Jonathan Miller
Introducing Darwin: A Graphic Guide
- ISBN 13:
- 9781848311176
- author:
- Jonathan Miller
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Icon Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 11.9 x 16.8 cm
- Genre:
- Science & Nature, Biological Sciences, Evolution,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Darwin's life was marked by a quiet revolution in biology. Despite his groundbreaking theories, he lived a reclusive life, plagued by self-doubt and fear of controversy. In this book, Jonathan Miller sheds light on the man behind the science, tracing the evolution of Darwin's ideas from their predecessors to the modern genetics that owe so much to his work. Miller's biography brings into focus the pivotal role Darwin played in shaping our understanding of biology, life, and ourselves. The journey from pre-Darwinian thinking to modern genetics is laid bare, revealing the impact one man had on the scientific landscape. Through Miller's lucid writing, the story of Darwin's life and legacy comes alive, offering a fresh perspective on the foundations of modern biology.