How Darwin's own theories evolved.

The article explores the historical development of biological evolution and the scientific theories of biologist Charles Darwin. The author reflects on the role of Galapagos mockingbirds in the theoretical development of natural selection and common descent. Other topics include social prejudice and...

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Published in:	Prospect no. 155; p. 29
Format:	Article
Published:	Prospect Publishing Limited Feb2009
Subjects:	Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882 Biological evolution > History Evolutionary theories > Social aspects Prejudice & society Human evolution
Online Access:	View this record in EBSCOhost

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Summary:	The article explores the historical development of biological evolution and the scientific theories of biologist Charles Darwin. The author reflects on the role of Galapagos mockingbirds in the theoretical development of natural selection and common descent. Other topics include social prejudice and the subject of human evolution and common origin for human races.