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This book is offered as a contribution to the study of the problem of Species. The reasons that have led to its production are as follows.
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Excerpt from Materials for the Study of Variation: Treated With Especial Regard to Discontinuity in the Origin of Species
This book is offered as a contribution to the study of the problem of Species. The reasons that have led to its production are as follows.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Some years ago it was my fortune to be engaged in an investigation of the anatomy and development of Balanoglossus, At the close of that investigation it became necessary to analyze the meaning of the facts obtained, and especially to shew their bearing upon those questions of relationship and descent which modem morphology has attempted to answer. To this task I set myself as I best might, using the common methods of morphological argument and interpretation, and working all the facts into a scheme which should be as consistent as I could make it.
But the value of this and of all such schemes, by which each form is duly ushered to its place, rests wholly on the hypothesis that the methods of argument are sound. Over it all hung the suspicion that they were not sound. This suspicion seemed at that time so strong that in preface to what I had to say I felt obliged to refer to it, and to state explicitly that the analysis was undertaken in pursuance of the current methods of morphological criticism, and without prejudging the question of possible or even probable error in those methods.
Any one who has had to do such work must have felt the same thing. In these discussions we are continually stopped by such phrases as, "if such and such a variation then took place and was favourable," or, we may easily suppose circumstances in which such and such a variation if it occurred might be beneficial, and the like. The whole argument is based on such assumptions as these - assumptions which, were they found in the arguments of Paley or of Butler, we could not too scornfully ridicule.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the captivating realm of biological forms, exploring the age-old question of how living things came to be the way they are. Challenging the notion that the diversity of life is the sole focus in understanding its forms, the author emphasizes the equally important, yet often overlooked, concept of specific differences between organisms. Drawing upon meticulous observations and a keen eye for detail, the author examines the intricacies of variation within species, highlighting the existence of distinct boundaries that separate one group of organisms from another. This meticulous analysis sheds light on the fundamental discontinuity that exists in the natural world, a concept that has been overshadowed by discussions of species mutability. By delving into the complexities of variation, the author invites readers to reconsider long-held assumptions about the mechanisms driving the evolution of life. This thought-provoking exploration serves as a reminder that the journey to unraveling the mysteries of nature requires careful observation, a willingness to challenge established ideas, and a deep appreciation for the intricate tapestry of life's forms. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781332303878_0
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