Isbn: 9781451011371 - form and function: a contribution to the history of animal morphology (classic reprint) (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers on a fascinating journey through the history of animal morphology, exploring how our understanding of animal form has evolved over time. The author delves into the key figures and concepts that shaped this field, revealing how different schools of thought have grappled with the relationship between form and function. From Aristotleââ â¢s pioneering work on the unity of plan in different animal groups to the emergence of embryology as a crucial tool for understanding animal development, the book highlights the key milestones that marked the development of morphology. The author also examines the impact of the microscope and the rise of materialism on our understanding of animal structure, demonstrating how these developments led to new insights into the intricate organization of living things. The book concludes with a compelling argument for the importance of understanding the active and dynamic nature of animals, suggesting that focusing solely on the historical aspect of structure might limit our understanding of life itself. This book offers a thought -provoking exploration of the history of a crucial scientific discipline, illuminating the rich intellectual tapestry of biological thought and the enduring quest to understand the nature of life. 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.…

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 400 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.91 inches. This item is printed on demand.