Fathers Of Biology

By McRae Charles

"Fathers of Biology" is a remarkable book authored by Charles McRae that delves into the history and evolution of the field of biology. McRae introduces readers to the founding people and significant discoveries that shaped life science in this illuminating text. He encompasses the lives and achievements of major individuals who played pivotal roles in the development of biology through a fascinating narrative. McRae begins by tracing biology's origins in ancient civilizations, highlighting the early discoveries as well as the opinions of luminaries such as Aristotle and Hippocrates. He then journeys back in time to the Renaissance, whenever the study of science had a renaissance. The collection includes in-depth self-portraits of important individuals including Carl Linnaeus, who developed the binomial nomenclature system for classifying organisms, and Charles Darwin, whose theory of evolution by natural selection revolutionized the topic at hand. Throughout "Fathers of Biology," Charles McRae offers not just a historical summary, but also insights into the social and intellectual contexts that shaped these scientific pioneers. McRae provides a vivid representation of the development of biology as a field by highlighting the contributions of these outstanding individuals, making this book a fascinating and informative read for anybody interested in the history of science and the great minds behind its development.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 935932874X
• ISBN13: 9789359328744
• Release Date: December 2023
• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 5.5" x 8.5"