Evolution

by Frank Byron Jevons

This seminal work on evolutionary theory is a must-read for anyone interested in the origins of life and the development of species. Jevons provides a clear and concise overview of the principles of evolution, from natural selection to genetic mutation, and offers a powerful defense of Darwin's theory against its critics. But this book is more than just a scientific treatise; it is also a passionate call to arms, urging readers to embrace the transformative power of evolution and work together to build a better future for all of humanity. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

346 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2008

About the author

Frank Byron Jevons (1858–1936) was a polymath, academic and administrator of Durham University. He was educated at Nottingham High School and Wadham College, Oxford and appointed a lecturer in Classics at Durham in 1882. He was the first Censor of St Cuthbert's Society from 1892 until 1897. In 1897 he was appointed as Master of Hatfield College where he remained until 1922. He also served as Vice-Chancellor of the university between 1910 and 1912 and Pro Vice-Chancellor between 1912 and 1914 and 1916 to 1921.

Reviews

[james spellman · Rating 3 out of 5]

Evolution

A little known work during the late 1920's, professor Jason writes an early philosophic discussion on evolution and morality, following in the footsteps of Thomas Huxley's work, evolution and ethics. Professor Javon makes an impassioned argument for purpose in the evolutionary process, finding the forces for survival incompatible with the development of morality which he argues is the manifestation through evolution of a divine will. I found his philosophic arguments hard to follow at times, although from a historical standpoint, I found his work interesting.