Darwin's Ghosts: In Search of the First Evolutionists By Rebecc .9781408831014

Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Uncover the hidden history behind evolutionary theory with 'Darwin's Ghosts: In Search of the First Evolutionists' by Rebecca Stott. This compelling paperback delves into the unsettling letter Charles Darwin received shortly after publishing 'On the Origin of Species,' which accused him of taking credit for a theory that wasn't entirely his own. Journey back in time to rediscover the intellectual forebears whose groundbreaking ideas laid the foundation for Darwin's revolutionary concept, often overlooked by history. Stott masterfully retells the collective daring of thinkers like Aristotle and Leonardo da Vinci, whose early theories challenged prevailing political and religious orthodoxies. Key Features: * Explores the intellectual history predating Darwin's theory of evolution. * Reveals forgotten contributors to evolutionary thought. * Written by acclaimed author Rebecca Stott. * Features insights from historical figures like Aristotle and Leonardo da Vinci. Product Summary: Darwin's Ghosts (In Search of the First Evolutionists) paperback book by Rebecca Stott. Published in 2013, this English version delves into the lesser-known history of evolutionary science. ISBN: 9781408831014.