'Dear Mr Darwin - You might find it presumptious of me, if not a little macabre, that I should take up my pen and write to you more than a hundred years after your death. But I'm encouraged to do so because it is on record that you yourself wrote almost fourteen thousand letters on scientific issues, many of which I expect were answers to unsolicited correspondence...Despite the gulf that separates us in time and means, I know that this letter will arouse your scientific interests, for it touches on some of the central ...
Read More
'Dear Mr Darwin - You might find it presumptious of me, if not a little macabre, that I should take up my pen and write to you more than a hundred years after your death. But I'm encouraged to do so because it is on record that you yourself wrote almost fourteen thousand letters on scientific issues, many of which I expect were answers to unsolicited correspondence...Despite the gulf that separates us in time and means, I know that this letter will arouse your scientific interests, for it touches on some of the central issues with which you wrestled all your life.' Thus begins an imagined correspondence between the geneticist Gabriel Dover and Charles Darwin on the surprising findings of modern genetics and their influence on the evolution of biological novelties, from genes to organisms. Stimulated by Darwin's relatively uninformed but obviously intelligent questions, Dover takes the father of natural selection on an exhilerating roller-coaster ride through the 'new genetics'. In recounting stories from the treasure-trove of modern biology, Dover exposes the naively deterministic view of selfish genes and their supposed lonely pursuits of self-replication and self-immortalization. He reveals a world of evolution far more intricate and subtle than can be expected from the notion of natural selection acting alone - a world in which genes are born to cooperate. Set against a backdrop of cultural references ranging from the late poet Ted Hughes, through the music of Captain Beefheart, to the current ethnic crisis in the Balkans, this trenchant, humorous and literate correspondence presents a startlingly original view of development and evolution that puts the individual organisms centre-stage.
Read Less
Add this copy of Dear Mr. Darwin: Letters on the Evolution of Life and to cart. $12.65, very good condition, Sold by Midtown Scholar Bookstore rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Harrisburg, PA, UNITED STATES, published 2000 by University of California Press.
Add this copy of Dear Mr. Darwin: Letters on the Evolution of Life and to cart. $13.79, good condition, Sold by HPB-Red rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2000 by University of California Press.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have some wear or writing/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of Dear Mr. Darwin: Letters on the Evolution of Life to cart. $14.50, like new condition, Sold by Abacus Bookshop rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Pittsford, NY, UNITED STATES, published 2000 by University of California Pre.
Add this copy of Dear Mr. Darwin to cart. $14.50, very good condition, Sold by Powell's Books Chicago rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Chicago, IL, UNITED STATES, published 2000 by George Weidenfeld & Nicolson.
Add this copy of Dear Mr Darwin: Letters on the Evolution of Life and to cart. $17.00, like new condition, Sold by Abacus Bookshop rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Pittsford, NY, UNITED STATES, published 2000 by University of California Pre.
Add this copy of Dear Mr Darwin to cart. $18.99, good condition, Sold by Russell Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Victoria, BC, CANADA, published 2000 by Weidenfeld & Nicolson.
Add this copy of Dear Mr Darwin to cart. $127.13, new condition, Sold by GridFreed rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from San Diego, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2000 by Weidenfeld & Nicolson, Limited.
Add this copy of Dear Mr Darwin to cart. $8.27, good condition, Sold by Zoom Books East rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Glendale Heights, IL, UNITED STATES, published 2000 by Weidenfeld & Nicolson, Limited.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Book is in good condition and may include underlining highlighting and minimal wear. The book can also include From the library of labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys dvds etc. We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service.
Add this copy of Dear Mr. Darwin; Letters on the Evolution of Life and to cart. $13.00, like new condition, Sold by Jeff Stark rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Barstow, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2000 by University of California Press.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Fine. Near Fine Dj. 8vo-over 7¾"-10" Tall 1st printing with 1 in copyright line on copyright page. Fine and bright with no wear or markings in a near fine or better dj that is protected in an archival plastic sleeve.
Add this copy of Dear Mr Darwin: Letters on the Evolution of Life and to cart. $28.00, like new condition, Sold by Brian Bauld (B-Line Books) rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Amherst, NS, CANADA, published 2000 by Weidenfeld & Nicolson.
