Neo-Darwinism And Neo-Lamarckism (1891)

Neo-Darwinism and Neo-Lamarckism is a book written by American botanist and sociologist Lester Frank Ward in 1891. The book discusses the two main theories of evolution that were prevalent at the time - Charles Darwin's theory of natural selection (Darwinism) and Jean-Baptiste Lamarck's theory of acquired characteristics (Lamarckism). Ward argues that while Darwin's theory of natural selection is the more widely accepted theory, it fails to account for certain aspects of evolution. Lamarck's theory, on the other hand, offers a more comprehensive explanation of evolution, as it takes into account the role of the environment in shaping an organism's characteristics. The book offers a detailed examination of both theories, their strengths and weaknesses, and how they can be reconciled to provide a more complete understanding of evolution. Ward also discusses the implications of these theories for society, particularly in regards to the role of education and the potential for social progress. Overall, Neo-Darwinism and Neo-Lamarckism is a seminal work in the history of evolutionary theory, providing valuable insights into the ongoing debate about the mechanisms of 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.