On Our Knowledge Of The Causes Of The Phenomena Of Organic Nature (1863) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437059960)

On Our Knowledge Of The Causes Of The Phenomena Of Organic Nature is a seminal work by the renowned biologist and philosopher, Thomas Henry Huxley. First published in 1863, the book explores the fundamental principles of organic evolution and the scientific methods used to study the natural world.In the book, Huxley argues that the study of organic nature must be based on empirical evidence and scientific observation, rather than on religious or metaphysical beliefs. He presents a detailed analysis of the mechanisms of evolution, including natural selection, and discusses the role of adaptation in the development of species.Huxley also explores the relationship between organic and inorganic matter, and the ways in which the laws of physics and chemistry influence the development of living organisms. He examines the concept of life itself, and considers the possibility of extraterrestrial life.Throughout the book, Huxley draws on his extensive knowledge of biology, geology, and other scientific disciplines to present a comprehensive and compelling account of the causes of the phenomena of organic nature. On Our Knowledge Of The Causes Of The Phenomena Of Organic Nature remains a landmark work in the history of science and continues to be widely read and studied by scholars and students of biology and philosophy.Being Six Lectures To Working Men, Delivered At The Museum Of Practical Geology.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.

Author: Thomas Henry Huxley
ISBN-10: 1437059961
ISBN-13: 9781437059960
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2008
Pages: 164
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.35d