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Why Evolution Is True Paperback – January 26, 2010

by Jerry A. Coyne (Author)

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"Coyne's knowledge of evolutionary biology is prodigious, his deployment of it as masterful as his touch is light." -Richard Dawkins

In the current debate about creationism and intelligent design, there is an element of the controversy that is rarely mentioned-the evidence. Yet the proof of evolution by natural selection is vast, varied, and magnificent. In this succinct and accessible summary of the facts supporting the theory of natural selection, Jerry A. Coyne dispels common misunderstandings and fears about evolution and clearly confirms the scientific truth that supports this amazing process of change. Weaving together the many threads of modern work in genetics, paleontology, geology, molecular biology, and anatomy that demonstrate the "indelible stamp" of the processes first proposed by Darwin, Why Evolution Is True does not aim to prove creationism wrong. Rather, by using irrefutable evidence, it sets out to prove evolution right.

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"Coyne's book is the best general explication of evolution that I know of and deserves its success as a best seller."
-R.C. Lewontin, New York Review of Books

"[Coyne] makes an unassailable case."
-New York Times

"In nine crisp chapters...the respected evolutionary biologist lays out an airtight case that Earth is unspeakably old and that new species evolve from previous ones."
-Boston Globe

"I recommend that Mr. Coyne's insightful and withering assessment of evolutionary studies of human psychology and behavior be taped to the bathroom mirrors of all those (perhaps especially journalists) inclined to be swept into excited announcements of What Evolution Shows About Us."
-Philip Kitcher, Wall Street Journal

"With logic and clarity, Coyne presents the vast trove of scientific evidence that supports Darwin's theory."
-Cleveland Plain Dealer

"It's always a pleasure to tell people about a wonderful book, especially when the subject of the book is of universal and critical importance. Evolutionary geneticist Jerry A. Coyne has given us such a book...A book that may change the way you look at things-if you dare."
-The Huffington Post

"In this 200th anniversary year of Darwin's birth, Why Evolution is True ranks among the best new titles flooding bookstores."
-Christian Science Monitor

About the Author

Jerry A. Coyne is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Ecology and Evolution at the University of Chicago, where he specialized in evolutionary genetics. He is also the author of Faith Versus Fact: Why Science and Religion are Incompatible.

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Paperback: 304 pages
Publisher: Penguin Books; Reprint edition (January 26, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0143116649
ISBN-13: 978-0143116646
Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.6 x 8.4 inches
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Average Customer Review: 470 customer reviews
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I enjoyed reading this book very much

November 17, 2014

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I enjoyed reading this book very much, though it touches on those who disbelieve in evolution for humans for religious reasons, the book is more about the many reasons that evolution cannot be falsified. Mr Coyne explains very well the difference between a theory in one sense being just a guess and a scientific theory in the other sense which is far more involved. Recommended reading for those who don't want to take the time to read Darwin but have the time to read a very readable and clear discussion on a scientific subject, which is really for all we find out the less we really know.

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Great starter to evolution

August 13, 2017

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If you don't want to read volumes and volumes of texts on evolution then this is a great beginner's book! It explains the theory in a simple and easy to understand way. This book has heloed me understand the theory and be able to explain it to those who don't.

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A nice overview of an important subject

January 25, 2010

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Despite 150 years in which evidence has been gathered, hypotheses have been formed and tested, and during which missing links have been found so often that the term has lost most of its meaning, the American public remains largely ignorant of the stature of evolution as a fact in biology. Coyne seeks to rectify this by describing carefully selected examples of this evidence. These examples are highly interesting and Coyne does a decent job of making them understandable to the layman. There are better books on the controversy regarding the efforts of some to interject creationism into biology classes; this book simply seeks to lay out one side of the argument. I suspect that most who read it will already know where they stand on the issue, so it's not really a fault. This book is an important addition to the bookshelf of anyone who wants to be informed about the science.

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Not easy to read but you must read it anyhow

August 14, 2014

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I really like the illustrations. A picture is worth a thousand words. If this book had many more illustrations it would, for me, be a book of gold. I taught about evolution of Homo Sapiens at a university, but more illustrations on genetics would have helped me a lot.

The info about the universal genetic code captivated me! I wish this book illustrated, with colors, the hox genes. This book will give readers new info they will really like. Today, i am old. How much do I wish I had gotten a PhD in ANTHROPOLOGY OF DNA.

THIS IS A GOOD BOOK.

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I had assigned reading chapters from the book for my ...

December 5, 2016

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I had assigned reading chapters from the book for my Evolutionary Theory Class, but I ended up reading the entire book because it was very intriguing.

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This book is very concise and has some good humor. The evidence from this book and others ...

August 12, 2014

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This book is very concise and has some good humor. The evidence from this book and others in it's class, is more than sufficient to give evolution a classification of fact. The word theory in science, is about as high as you can rank something for it to be fact. But you cannot argue that with someone who is only interested in confirming their own bias. I try to keep it simple, "follow the evidence".

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June 3, 2017

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Enhanced my knowledge about the subject very much

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Excellent book!

August 4, 2015

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Coyne provides an excellent concise overview of the evidence for evolution, drawing on findings from a diverse variety of fields, including biology, genetics, geology, geography and paleontology. He presents a case so strong that only those whose beliefs are impervious to evidence and reason will remain unconvinced. His style of writing makes for easy reading for both the general reader and the professional.

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Easy to understand - great for those who want to know what evolution is all about

Excellent first book on evolution in easy to understand terms. If you don't understand evolution and want a basic working knowledge, this book is for you

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Don't like it. Bought it to see what my daughter ...

Don't like it. Bought it to see what my daughter is being force-fed in college. Evolution is not true!!

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Can a Religionist Comprehend?

I read this only to see if it would be appropriate for a religionist to read and comprehend. It is appropriate unfortunately I was surprised when the religionist soundly rejected...Read more

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Outstanding ; well written and researched .

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I'm so glad I read it

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Effective and interesting explanation of the evolutionary process

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Many bold, assertive claims without any precise scientific explanation for macroevolution.

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