The Gist of Evolution, (Paperback)

<p><b>"The Gist of Evolution"</b> by Horatio Hackett Newman is an accessible and authoritative overview of the principles of evolutionary biology. Written during a pivotal era in the public understanding of science, this work aims to clarify the misconceptions surrounding Darwinian theory and provide a concise summary of the evidence supporting biological change over time.</p><p>Newman, a distinguished zoologist, explores the mechanisms of natural selection, the fossil record, and the genetic foundations of life. The book serves as a bridge between complex scientific research and the curious general reader, emphasizing the logic and coherence of the evolutionary process. By distilling the essential components of the subject, Newman presents a compelling case for the scientific worldview. This work remains a significant historical text for those interested in the history of science, the development of biological thought, and the early 20th-century efforts to educate the public on the fundamental truths of the natural world.</p><p>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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>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.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.</p>

• The Gist of Evolution, (Paperback)
• Author: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025681658
• Format: Paperback
• Publication Date: 2026-02-14
• Page Count: 172