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The theory of evolution : what it is, where it came from, and why it works

by Cynthia Mills

This work provides an overview of the theory of evolution, tracing its development from early concepts to modern genetic research. It examines the theory's role in understanding the natural world and discusses alternative explanations for the origin of species.

Accession 21178 ISBN 0471214841 Publisher John Wiley & Sons
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