The Beginnings of Life: Being Some Account of the Nature, Modes of Origin & Transformation of Lower Organisms; Volume 1
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"The Beginnings of Life, Volume 1" by H. Charlton Bastian, originally published in 1872, presents a detailed account of the author's research and theories on the origins and nature of lower organisms. This volume delves into the concepts of spontaneous generation and the transformation of microscopic life forms, offering a comprehensive exploration of the scientific understanding of life's beginnings during the late 19th century.
Bastian's work provides valuable insights into the historical development of biology and microbiology, reflecting the debates and discoveries that shaped our current understanding of life's fundamental processes. Readers interested in the history of science, particularly the study of early biological theories and the emergence of microbiology, will find this volume an important resource.
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