Billions of Years, Amazing Changes: The Story of Evolution
Ever since Charles Darwin revealed his landmark ideas about evolution in 1859, new findings have confirmed, expanded, and refined his concepts. Now, author Laurence Pringle, one of the nation's premier science writers, brings together the pillars of evidence that support our understanding of...
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Ever since Charles Darwin revealed his landmark ideas about evolution in 1859, new findings have confirmed, expanded, and refined his concepts. Now, author Laurence Pringle, one of the nation's premier science writers, brings together the pillars of evidence that support our understanding of evolution in this ALA Notable Children's Book. Field biology, genetics, geology, paleontology, and medicine all add to the impressive structure of evidence. With a perfect blend of science and art, renowned illustrator Steve Jenkins creates stunning new depictions of important concepts and key evolutionary scientists. More than fifty photographs capture natural marvels, including awe-inspiring fossils, life forms, and geological wonders. The result is a full, clear, and up-to-date account of the monumental evidence supporting the modern view of evolution.
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Format: hardcover
ISBN:
9781590787236 (1590787234)
Publish date: October 1st 2011
Publisher: Boyds Mills Press
Pages no: 112
Edition language: English
This is perhaps the best young readers' books on evolution I have ever read. It is incredibly clear and concise, very easy to follow, and manages to convey a wide array of complex ideas in a very easy-to-understand format. The pictures are gorgeous, and the overall setup of the book is quite intuiti...