The philosophy of human evolution
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This book provides a unique discussion of human evolution from a philosophical viewpoint, looking at the facts and interpretations since Charles Darwin's The Descent of Man. Michael Ruse explores such topics as the nature of scientific theories, the relationships between culture and biology, the problem of progress and the extent to which evolutionary issues pose problems for religious beliefs. He identifies these issues, highlighting the problems for morality in a world governed by natural selection. By taking a philosophical viewpoint, the full ethical and moral dimensions of human evolution are examined. This book engages the reader in a thorough discussion of the issues, appealing to students in philosophy, biology and anthropology.
Title |
The philosophy of human evolution / Michael Ruse. [electronic resource] |
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Publisher |
Cambridge : Cambridge University Press |
Creation Date |
2012 |
Notes |
Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 05 Oct 2015). Includes bibliographical references (p. 246-264) and index. English |
Content |
1. Evolutionary biology -- 2. Human evolution -- 3. Real science? Good science? -- 4. Progress -- 5. Knowledge -- 6. Morality -- 7. Sex, orientation, and race -- 8. From eugenics to medicine. |
Series |
Cambridge introductions to philosophy and biology |
Extent |
1 online resource (x, 271 pages) : digital, PDF file(s). |
Language |
English |
National Library system number |
997010717705005171 |
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