The descent of man, and selection in relation to sex

Unique Elements Historical Context Detailed 19th Century Historical Outline The Descent of Man by English Naturalist Charles Darwin is an evolutionary biology book first published in 1871. Synopsis Charles Darwin expands on his natural selection theories, which he initially stated in ‘On the Origin of Species.’ After reworking his notes, he published ‘The Descent of Man’ in 1871 in which he investigates three ideas: whether man descended from a pre-existing form, how that development occurred, and the significance of racial variety among human species. Darwin famously put apes in our family tree and made the races one family, diversified by 'sexual selection' – Darwin's controversial theory that female choice among competing males leads to diverging racial characteristics. His goal was to explain the origins of these parallels and differences, as well as their impact on the process of sexual selection. Classic Reprints This title will make an excellent gift to the Charles Darwin books buff in your life or a fantastic addition to your current collection. At Century Bound, we take every step possible to ensure the original integrity of this book has been upheld to its highest standard. This means that the texts in this work are unedited and unchanged from the original authors publication, preserving its earliest form for your indulgence. Title Details Original 1871 text Charles Darwin Books 5.5 x 8.5 in Matte Cover White Paper