Biology, Evolution, and Human Nature (Hardcover)

~ (Author), William F. Zimmerman (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This is a well written and illustrated introduction to modern biology, notably thorough and useful in the way it builds upon evolutionary explanation." —Edward O. Wilson, Museum of Comparative Zoology, Harvard University

"An excellent introduction to a body of knowledge and concepts that should be mastered by every educated person." —Steven Pinker, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

"The explanations of many difficult concepts are the best I've seen." —Donald Kennedy, Standford University

"Truly a pleasure to read...The authors have a real knack for style and ease of expression.... The concepts and ideas are clearly stated, well developed, and easily understood." —Charles Mallery, University of Miami

"This is a remarkable book." —Martin Daley, McMaster University

"This is a superb book highly engaging, extremely well written, and well stocked with fascinating information." —David M. Buss, University of Texas - Austin

Product Description

This book uses evolution as the unifying theme to trace the connections between levels of biological complexity from genes through nervous systems, animal societies, and human cultures. It examines the history of evolutionary theory from Darwin to the present, including: the impact of molecular biology and the emergence of evolutionary social theory.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 384 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (November 16, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471182192
• ISBN-13: 978-0471182191
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.8 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,062,783 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars SUPER!, May 18, 2001

By	Adam Nagorski (New York, NY) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

A fascinating overview of evolution, and of the evolution of human behavior and society in particular. The writing is accessible to everybody, and I highly recommend it to all people regardless of their scientific background. Well-written, with many helpful charts, etc. A real eye-opener!