On The Inheritance Of Acquired Characters In Animals With A Complete Metamorphosis (1894)

On The Inheritance Of Acquired Characters In Animals With A Complete Metamorphosis is a scientific book written by Alpheus Spring Packard and published in 1894. The book is a detailed study of the theory of inheritance of acquired characteristics in animals that undergo complete metamorphosis, such as insects and amphibians. In this work, Packard provides a comprehensive analysis of the mechanisms of inheritance and how they apply to these specific types of animals. He explores the concept of the Lamarckian theory of evolution, which suggests that acquired characteristics can be inherited by offspring, and compares it to the Darwinian theory of natural selection. The book also delves into the history of the study of inheritance and the various debates that have arisen around the topic. With its detailed analysis and thorough research, On The Inheritance Of Acquired Characters In Animals With A Complete Metamorphosis is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of evolutionary theory and the science of inheritance.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.