Evolution And Adaptation (1903)

Evolution And Adaptation is a book written by Thomas Hunt Morgan and first published in 1903. The book discusses the theory of evolution and how organisms adapt to their environment over time. Morgan was a renowned biologist and geneticist who made significant contributions to the study of genetics and evolution.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of evolution and adaptation. The first chapter provides an overview of the theory of evolution and its historical development. The subsequent chapters delve deeper into specific topics such as natural selection, variation, and heredity.Morgan also discusses the role of environment in shaping the evolution of organisms. He explores the concept of adaptation, which refers to the process by which organisms change in response to their environment. Morgan provides numerous examples of how different species have adapted to survive in different environments.Throughout the book, Morgan emphasizes the importance of scientific observation and experimentation in understanding evolution and adaptation. He also addresses some of the controversies surrounding the theory of evolution, including the debate between creationism and evolution.Overall, Evolution And Adaptation is a comprehensive and insightful book that provides a detailed exploration of the theory of evolution and its implications for the natural world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the study of biology, genetics, and evolution.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.