The History of Creation (Vol.1&2) (eBook)

Complete Edition

Ernst Haeckel (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
530 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654771944-1 (EAN)

Infos

Ernst Haeckel's seminal work, "The History of Creation" (Vol. 1 & 2), explores the intricate narrative of life's evolution from primordial origins to complex forms. Written in the late 19th century, Haeckel employs a richly descriptive style, blending scientific inquiry with philosophical reflections. His text is grounded in the burgeoning field of evolutionary biology, integrating ideas from Darwinian theory while also grappling with the implications of these revelations on contemporary thought. Haeckel's commitment to elucidating the interconnectedness of all life is evident as he weaves together insights from paleontology, morphology, and embryology, thus positioning his work within the broader intellectual climate of the time, when the foundations of modern science were still being laid. Ernst Haeckel, a prominent biologist and a staunch advocate of Darwinism, was deeply influenced by his early studies in zoology and anthropology. His interdisciplinary approach allowed him to assess not only biological but also artistic and philosophical dimensions of nature, enriching his narrative. Haeckel's personal ethos—as a passionate defender of science against the backdrop of German Romanticism—propelled him to disseminate ideas that challenged the prevailing religious and scientific understandings of creation. I highly recommend "The History of Creation" to readers seeking to engage with the origins of evolutionary thought. Haeckel's illuminating prose offers both a scientific and philosophical journey that continues to resonate with contemporary discussions about life, existence, and our place within the natural world. This work is indispensable for anyone interested in the evolution of scientific ideas and their profound impact on society.

Autor

Ernst Heinrich Philipp August Haeckel (1834–1919) was a German biologist, naturalist, philosopher, physician, professor, and artist, who made significant contributions to the field of evolutionary biology. He was born in Potsdam and later studied under the great embryologist Karl Ernst von Baer and the evolutionary thinker Charles Darwin, whose theory Haeckel would advocate through his career. A prolific writer and a persuasive synthesizer of complex scientific ideas, Haeckel coined many terms that remain in use today, such as 'ecology,' 'phylum,' and 'stem cell.' His work in comparative anatomy led to his formulation of the 'recapitulation theory,' which proposed that an organism's embryonic development followed the sequence of its species' evolutionary history, famously encapsulated in his phrase 'ontogeny recapitulates phylogeny.' Haeckel was also an accomplished artist, with his detailed illustrations of fauna and flora popularizing his scientific views about the connectedness of life. Among his extensive publications, 'The History of Creation' (Vol.1 and 2), also framed as 'Natürliche Schöpfungsgeschichte,' stands out as a seminal work. These volumes provided a comprehensive overview of the evolutionary theory for a general audience and sought to demonstrate the mechanistic underpinnings of the natural world. While his views and the scientific accuracy of some of his work have been superseded or contested by successive research, Haeckel undeniably shaped the scientific discourse of his time and laid the groundwork for future developments in evolutionary biology and ecology. His legacy survives in both the rich illustrative depictions of life and in the ongoing discourse on evolution and the continuity of living organisms.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 12.11.2023
• Übersetzer: E. Ray Lankester
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Natur / Technik ► Naturwissenschaft
• Themenwelt: Naturwissenschaften ► Biologie
• Schlagworte: 19th-century science • 19th Century Science • 19th century scientific exploration • advanced biology text • A Planet of Viruses • bad blood • biological diversity • Biological Research • Charles Darwin • Darwinian principles • Darwinism • Deadliest Enemy • Embryological studies • Ernst Haeckel books • evolutionary biology • evolutionary biology study • German philosophy • Haeckel's zoological insights • historical narrative • historical scientific literature • Homo Deus • intellectual movement • interconnected species analysis • My family and Other Animals • Natural History • natural history discourse • natural science classics • Natural selection • Origin of Species • sapiens • Scientific controversy • scientific illustrations included • Scientific Literature • seminal work in evolution • Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors • The Great Influenza • theory of evolution exploration • Walden