Pioneers Of Evolution From Thales To Lucretius

By Edward Clodd

Book Overview

Pioneers of Evolution from Thales to Lucretius is a book written by Edward Clodd that explores the early history of evolutionary thought. The book begins with the ancient Greek philosopher Thales, who believed that all things were made of water, and follows the evolution of scientific thought to the Roman philosopher Lucretius, who proposed that all matter was made up of atoms. Clodd examines the contributions of other ancient philosophers and scientists, such as Anaximander, Empedocles, and Democritus, and how their ideas influenced the development of evolutionary theory. The book also discusses the impact of religious beliefs on early evolutionary thought and how the ideas presented in this book laid the groundwork for future scientific discoveries. Overall, Pioneers of Evolution from Thales to Lucretius provides a fascinating look at the history of evolutionary thought and the thinkers who paved the way for modern scientific understanding.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Pioneers of Evolution from Thales to Huxley, by Edward Clodd. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100863.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425331882
• ISBN13: 9781425331887
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"