Man's Place In Nature and Other Essays
Man's Place In Nature and Other Essays

Author: Thomas Henry Huxley

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2023-10-01

Total Pages: 364

ISBN-13:

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Man's Place in Nature and Other Essays by Thomas Henry Huxley: Man's Place in Nature and Other Essays is a collection of scientific essays by Thomas Henry Huxley, a prominent biologist and supporter of Charles Darwin's theory of evolution. The book examines various aspects of human evolution, biology, and the relationship between humans and the natural world. Key Points: Evolutionary Perspective: Huxley's essays offer an evolutionary perspective on the origin and nature of humankind. He presents evidence from paleontology, comparative anatomy, and embryology to support the theory of human evolution and challenges prevailing religious and philosophical ideas. Human Anatomy and Physiology: The book delves into the intricacies of human anatomy and physiology, exploring the similarities and connections between humans and other species. Huxley provides insights into the structure and function of the human body, shedding light on our place in the natural world. Science and Society: Huxley's essays reflect his belief in the importance of science and rational inquiry. He addresses the societal implications of scientific discoveries and promotes the idea of using scientific knowledge to improve human welfare and advance civilization.

Nature and Other Essays
Nature and Other Essays

Author: Ralph Waldo Emerson

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2012-03-12

Total Pages: 178

ISBN-13: 0486115577

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A soul-satisfying collection of 12 essays by the noted philosopher and poet who embraced independence, rejected conformity, and loved nature. Includes the title essay, plus "Character," "Intellect," "Spiritual Laws," "Circles," and others.

Man's Nature and His Communities
Man's Nature and His Communities

Author: Reinhold Niebuhr

Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers

Published: 2012-04-01

Total Pages: 127

ISBN-13: 1610979486

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This book centers on the major theme of Reinhold Niebuhr's lifework, the nature of humanity and the political and social life. Idealistic and realistic social philosophies are reevaluated and tribalism is analyzed as a pervasive quality of humankind's societies. A thinker who has always advanced by criticizing his own assumptions, Dr. Niebuhr continued to break new ground and to reconsider some of his earlier judgments. In this book, Dr. Niebuhr reviews the doctrines of the political order advanced by religious and secular interests; he traces the long history of the paradox of man's obvious universal humanity and the tribal loyalties which are the roots of human inhumanity; and he deals with the complex relation between ambition and creativity. Adding to and modifying his remarkable contribution to contemporary thought, Dr. Niebuhr has written a book that is of fundamental importance.

Companion Encyclopedia of Anthropology
Companion Encyclopedia of Anthropology

Author: Tim Ingold

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2002-09-11

Total Pages: 1172

ISBN-13: 1134976534

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* Provides a comprehensive survey of contemporary thinking in biological, social and cultural anthropology and establishes the interconnections between these three fields. * Useful cross-references within the text, with full biographical references and suggestions for further reading. * Carefully illustrated with line drawings and photographs. 'The Companion Encyclopedia of Anthropology is a welcome addition to the reference literature. Bringing together authoritative, incisive and scrupulously edited contributions from some three dozen authors. The book achieves an impressive breadth of coverage of specialist areas.' - Times Higher Educational Supplement 'Recommended for all anthropology collections, especially those in academic libraries.' - Library Journal 'This is a marvellous book and I am very happy to recommend it.' - Reference Reviews