Madgwick, Philip G.
Maladaptation: Natural Selection in the Wrong Direction?
- ISBN 13:
- 9780192870469
- author:
- Madgwick, Philip G.
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 24.2 x 16.4 x 1.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Science, Biology, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Charles Darwin's groundbreaking theory of evolution by natural selection revolutionized our understanding of design in nature. However, this widely accepted explanation overlooks a crucial aspect: maladaptation - traits that hinder an organism's ability to survive and reproduce. This book presents a compelling case for the existence of maladaptations, challenging the conventional wisdom on natural selection. By examining diverse examples from across life's spectrum, the author critically evaluates evidence for maladaptations, establishing its possibility, reality, and importance in shaping living organisms. The book offers a nuanced understanding of the deeper causes and consequences of maladaptation, shedding light on its far-reaching impact on the evolution of life. Suitable for students and professionals alike, as well as anyone with an interest in science and biology, this accessible text provides a fresh perspective on evolutionary theory.
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