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The Art of Genes

How Organisms Make Themselves

par Enrico Coen ...

'Coen's book is spiced with historic quotations and examples of plants' and animals' intriguing behaviour contains a wealth of interesting material Coen communicates his immense learning with a hundred appealing tales' Max Perutz How is a tiny fertilised egg able to turn itself into a human being? How can an acorn transform itself into an oak tree? Over the past twenty years there has been a ... En savoir plus

$34.99 CAD

'Coen's book is spiced with historic quotations and examples of plants' and animals' intriguing behaviour contains a wealth of interesting material Coen communicates his immense learning with a hundred appealing tales' Max Perutz How is a tiny fertilised egg able to turn itself into a human being? How can an acorn transform itself into an oak tree? Over the past twenty years there has been a
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Positive Evolutionary Psychology

Darwin's Guide to Living a Richer Life

par Glenn Geher, Nicole Wedberg ...

Positive psychologists focus on ways that we can advance the lives of individuals and communities by studying the factors that increase positive outcomes such as life satisfaction and happiness. Evolutionary psychologists use the principles of evolution, based on Darwin's understanding of life, to help shed light on any and all kinds of psychological phenomena. This book brings together both ... En savoir plus

$48.99 CAD

Positive psychologists focus on ways that we can advance the lives of individuals and communities by studying the factors that increase positive outcomes such as life satisfaction and happiness. Evolutionary psychologists use the principles of evolution, based on Darwin's understanding of life, to help shed light on any and all kinds of psychological phenomena. This book brings together both
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人類大歷史：知識漫畫──人類誕生

Sapiens: A Graphic History－Volume 1: The Birth of Humankind

par 哈拉瑞, Yuval Noah Harari, 范德穆倫, David Vandermeulen, 卡薩納夫, Daniel Casanave ...

Traduit par 林俊宏, 顏志翔 ...

Collections series 科學文化
全球熱銷巨著《人類大歷史》精彩改編、精美插圖，隆重推出第1冊〈人類誕生〉，全球同步出版當代思想指標，《人類大歷史》、《人類大命運》、《21世紀的21堂課》作者：哈拉瑞挑戰電影視覺風格全新力作人類這種弱小動物，究竟如何能統治地球？本書不是配了插圖的更新版《人類大歷史》，而是創作出全新的內容希望能觸及那些平時不經常接觸科學，或認為歷史枯燥無味的人你會發現：儘管歷史時而有趣，時而悲慘，卻總是扣人心弦︱哈拉瑞系列巨作　好評推薦︱微軟創辦人... ... En savoir plus

$19.99 CAD

全球熱銷巨著《人類大歷史》精彩改編、精美插圖，隆重推出第1冊〈人類誕生〉，全球同步出版當代思想指標，《人類大歷史》、《人類大命運》、《21世紀的21堂課》作者：哈拉瑞挑戰電影視覺風格全新力作人類這種弱小動物，究竟如何能統治地球？本書不是配了插圖的更新版《人類大歷史》，而是創作出全新的內容希望能觸及那些平時不經常接觸科學，或認為歷史枯燥無味的人你會發現：儘管歷史時而有趣，時而悲慘，卻總是扣人心弦︱哈拉瑞系列巨作　好評推薦︱微軟創辦人...
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Placebo

Mind over Matter in Modern Medicine

par Dylan Evans ...

A lucid and stimulating explanation of how the body’s natural healing mechanisms work – and how they can be triggered in non-chemical ways via the ‘placebo effect’.Can we really cure ourselves of disease by the power of thought alone? Faith healers and alternative therapists are convinced that we can, but what does science say?Contrary to public perception, orthodox medical opinion is remarkably ... En savoir plus

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A lucid and stimulating explanation of how the body’s natural healing mechanisms work – and how they can be triggered in non-chemical ways via the ‘placebo effect’.Can we really cure ourselves of disease by the power of thought alone? Faith healers and alternative therapists are convinced that we can, but what does science say?Contrary to public perception, orthodox medical opinion is remarkably
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The Language of Living Matter

How Molecules Acquire Meaning

par Bernd-Olaf Küppers ...

Collections series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
This book, by an eminent scientist and philosopher, provides strong evidence for the claim that language is a general principle of Nature, rooted exclusively in physical and chemical laws. The author’s radical idea inevitably leads us to view the essence, origin and evolution of life in a completely new light. It shifts the coordinates of our scientific world-view in favor of an overarching ... En savoir plus

$70.99 CAD

This book, by an eminent scientist and philosopher, provides strong evidence for the claim that language is a general principle of Nature, rooted exclusively in physical and chemical laws. The author’s radical idea inevitably leads us to view the essence, origin and evolution of life in a completely new light. It shifts the coordinates of our scientific world-view in favor of an overarching
... En savoir plus
The Pangenome

Diversity, Dynamics and Evolution of Genomes

Modifié par Hervé Tettelin, Duccio Medini ...

This open access book offers the first comprehensive account of the pan-genome concept and its manifold implications.The realization that the genetic repertoire of a biological species always encompasses more than the genome of each individual is one of the earliest examples of big data in biology that opened biology to the unbounded. The study of genetic variation observed within a species ... En savoir plus

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This open access book offers the first comprehensive account of the pan-genome concept and its manifold implications.The realization that the genetic repertoire of a biological species always encompasses more than the genome of each individual is one of the earliest examples of big data in biology that opened biology to the unbounded. The study of genetic variation observed within a species
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Le faux problème de l'évolution

Plaidoyer pour une réconciliation de la science et de la Bible à propos de l'évolution

par Roger Lefèbvre ...

Collections series Science & Foi
Pourquoi ? - Dans cette étude, Roger Lefèbvre constate qu'à notre époque, la théoriecréationniste traditionnelle n'est plus recevable par les chrétiens évangéliques quelque peu formés aux disciplines bibliques ou scientifiques. Dès lors, il devenait urgent de rappeler qu'il existe des conceptions plus ﬁdèles au style littéraire des premiers chapitres de la Bible. Ainsi, dans la perspective d'une ... En savoir plus

$15.56 CAD

Pourquoi ? - Dans cette étude, Roger Lefèbvre constate qu'à notre époque, la théoriecréationniste traditionnelle n'est plus recevable par les chrétiens évangéliques quelque peu formés aux disciplines bibliques ou scientifiques. Dès lors, il devenait urgent de rappeler qu'il existe des conceptions plus ﬁdèles au style littéraire des premiers chapitres de la Bible. Ainsi, dans la perspective d'une
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The Fragility of Evolution: Re-envisioning Life's Creative Processes

par Michael A. Susko ...

This work offers a new paradigm for understanding life and its dynamic capacity for change. Rather than focusing on the end result of evolution—"fitness"—it examines the process itself, which is inherently fragile.Written in plain-spoken language and based on earlier scholarly work, it explores eight biological domains that reveal fragility as the key to novelty and transformation: 1) The dynamic ... En savoir plus

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This work offers a new paradigm for understanding life and its dynamic capacity for change. Rather than focusing on the end result of evolution—"fitness"—it examines the process itself, which is inherently fragile.Written in plain-spoken language and based on earlier scholarly work, it explores eight biological domains that reveal fragility as the key to novelty and transformation: 1) The dynamic
... En savoir plus
The Evolution Controversy

A Survey of Competing Theories

par Daniel Kuebler, Thomas Fowler ...

In the emotional debate surrounding evolution, it is often difficult to cut through the competing agendas to gain an unbiased understanding of the scientific issues involved. The Evolution Controversy provides a resource for doing so. The authors leave aside the profound philosophical and religious issues involved in the controversy in favor of a balanced and critical examination of the four major ... En savoir plus

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In the emotional debate surrounding evolution, it is often difficult to cut through the competing agendas to gain an unbiased understanding of the scientific issues involved. The Evolution Controversy provides a resource for doing so. The authors leave aside the profound philosophical and religious issues involved in the controversy in favor of a balanced and critical examination of the four major
... En savoir plus
Saving Creation

Nature and Faith in the Life of Holmes Rolston III

par Christopher J. Preston ...

Holmes Rolston III has long been recognized as the father of environmental ethics.” Internationally renowned for the synthesis he has found in evolutionary biology and Christianity, Rolston has followed an immensely interesting life course. In this compelling biography, Rolston’s story is traced from childhood to the present, detailing the process by which he has come to hone his profound ... En savoir plus

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Holmes Rolston III has long been recognized as the father of environmental ethics.” Internationally renowned for the synthesis he has found in evolutionary biology and Christianity, Rolston has followed an immensely interesting life course. In this compelling biography, Rolston’s story is traced from childhood to the present, detailing the process by which he has come to hone his profound
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Ancestral DNA, Human Origins, and Migrations

par Rene J. Herrera, Ralph Garcia-Bertrand ...

Ancestral DNA, Human Origins, and Migrations describes the genesis of humans in Africa and the subsequent story of how our species migrated to every corner of the globe. Different phases of this journey are presented in an integrative format with information from a number of disciplines, including population genetics, evolution, anthropology, archaeology, climatology, linguistics, art, music, ... En savoir plus

$88.99 CAD

Ancestral DNA, Human Origins, and Migrations describes the genesis of humans in Africa and the subsequent story of how our species migrated to every corner of the globe. Different phases of this journey are presented in an integrative format with information from a number of disciplines, including population genetics, evolution, anthropology, archaeology, climatology, linguistics, art, music,
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The Descent of Man and Selection in Relation to Sex - Fully Illustrated Edition

par Charles Darwin ...

The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex - Fully Illustrated Edition.is a book on evolutionary theory by Charles Darwin, It was Darwin's second book on evolutionary theory, following his work, On the Origin of Species, in which he explored the concept of natural selection. In The Descent of Man, Darwin applies evolutionary theory to human evolution, and details his theory of sexual ... En savoir plus

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The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex - Fully Illustrated Edition.is a book on evolutionary theory by Charles Darwin, It was Darwin's second book on evolutionary theory, following his work, On the Origin of Species, in which he explored the concept of natural selection. In The Descent of Man, Darwin applies evolutionary theory to human evolution, and details his theory of sexual
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Alas Poor Darwin

Arguments Against Evolutionary Psychology

par Hilary Rose, Steven Rose ...

Today, genes are called upon to explain almost every aspect of our lives, from social inequalities to health, sexual preference and criminality. Based on Darwin's theory of evolution and natural selection, Evolutionary Psychology with its claim that 'it's all in our genes' has become the most popular scientific theory of the late 20th century. Books such as Richard Dawkins's The Selfish Gene, ... En savoir plus

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Today, genes are called upon to explain almost every aspect of our lives, from social inequalities to health, sexual preference and criminality. Based on Darwin's theory of evolution and natural selection, Evolutionary Psychology with its claim that 'it's all in our genes' has become the most popular scientific theory of the late 20th century. Books such as Richard Dawkins's The Selfish Gene,
... En savoir plus
Evolution 2.0

Breaking the Deadlock Between Darwin and Design

par Perry Marshall ...

In the ongoing debate about evolution, science and faith face off. But the truth is both sides are right and wrong.In one corner: Atheists like Richard Dawkins, Daniel Dennett, and Jerry Coyne. They insist evolution happens by blind random accident. Their devout adherence to Neo-Darwinism omits the latest science, glossing over crucial questions and fascinating details.In the other corner: ... En savoir plus

$10.99 CAD

In the ongoing debate about evolution, science and faith face off. But the truth is both sides are right and wrong.In one corner: Atheists like Richard Dawkins, Daniel Dennett, and Jerry Coyne. They insist evolution happens by blind random accident. Their devout adherence to Neo-Darwinism omits the latest science, glossing over crucial questions and fascinating details.In the other corner:
... En savoir plus
Mind And Reality: The Space-time Window

par Wolfram Schommers ...

The relationship between mind and reality is usually perceived as an event that takes place in reality and producing simultaneously an internal image in the mind. So it takes place twice, so to speak, and there is a one-to-one correspondence between the two events. Within this conception, matter is embedded in space and time, and can be designated as “container-principle”. This monograph ... En savoir plus

$16.99 CAD

The relationship between mind and reality is usually perceived as an event that takes place in reality and producing simultaneously an internal image in the mind. So it takes place twice, so to speak, and there is a one-to-one correspondence between the two events. Within this conception, matter is embedded in space and time, and can be designated as “container-principle”. This monograph
... En savoir plus
The Descent of Man

PART 2 & 3

par Charles Darwin ...

Collections Livre 2 - The Descent of Man
"The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex" is a book on evolutionary theory by English naturalist Charles Darwin, first published in 1871. It was Darwin's second book on evolutionary theory, following his 1859 work, "On The Origin of Species". In "The Descent of Man", Darwin applies evolutionary theory to human evolution, and details his theory of sexual selection. The book discusses ... En savoir plus

$5.59 CAD

"The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex" is a book on evolutionary theory by English naturalist Charles Darwin, first published in 1871. It was Darwin's second book on evolutionary theory, following his 1859 work, "On The Origin of Species". In "The Descent of Man", Darwin applies evolutionary theory to human evolution, and details his theory of sexual selection. The book discusses
... En savoir plus
On the Wing

Insects, Pterosaurs, Birds, Bats and the Evolution of Animal Flight

par David E. Alexander ...

Ask anybody what superpower they wished to possess and odds are the answer just might be "the ability to fly." What is it about soaring through the air held up by the power of one's own body that has captivated humans for so long? David Alexander examines the evolution of flight in the only four animals to have evolved this ability: insects, pterosaurs, birds, and bats. With an accessible writing ... En savoir plus

$31.99 CAD

Ask anybody what superpower they wished to possess and odds are the answer just might be "the ability to fly." What is it about soaring through the air held up by the power of one's own body that has captivated humans for so long? David Alexander examines the evolution of flight in the only four animals to have evolved this ability: insects, pterosaurs, birds, and bats. With an accessible writing
... En savoir plus
Skin

A Natural History

par Nina G. Jablonski ...

We expose it, cover it, paint it, tattoo it, scar it, and pierce it. Our intimate connection with the world, skin protects us while advertising our health, our identity, and our individuality. This dazzling synthetic overview is a complete guidebook to the pliable covering that makes us who we are. Skin: A Natural History celebrates the evolution of three unique attributes of human skin: its naked ... En savoir plus

$28.99 CAD

We expose it, cover it, paint it, tattoo it, scar it, and pierce it. Our intimate connection with the world, skin protects us while advertising our health, our identity, and our individuality. This dazzling synthetic overview is a complete guidebook to the pliable covering that makes us who we are. Skin: A Natural History celebrates the evolution of three unique attributes of human skin: its naked
... En savoir plus
Human Evolution beyond Biology and Culture

Evolutionary Social, Environmental and Policy Sciences

par Jeroen C. J. M. van den Bergh ...

Both natural and cultural selection played an important role in shaping human evolution. Since cultural change can itself be regarded as evolutionary, a process of gene-culture coevolution is operative. The study of human evolution - in past, present and future - is therefore not restricted to biology. An inclusive comprehension of human evolution relies on integrating insights about cultural, ... En savoir plus

$69.99 CAD

Both natural and cultural selection played an important role in shaping human evolution. Since cultural change can itself be regarded as evolutionary, a process of gene-culture coevolution is operative. The study of human evolution - in past, present and future - is therefore not restricted to biology. An inclusive comprehension of human evolution relies on integrating insights about cultural,
... En savoir plus
New Lives for Old

Cultural Transformation--Manus, 1928-1953

par Margaret Mead ...

This edition of New Lives for Old, prepared for the centennial of Mead's birth, features introductions by Stewart Brand and Mead's daughter, Mary Catherine Bateson.When Margaret Mead first studied the Manus Islanders of New Guinea in 1928, they were living with a Stone Age technology and economically vulnerable; they seemed ill-equipped to handle the massive impact that World War II had on their ... En savoir plus

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This edition of New Lives for Old, prepared for the centennial of Mead's birth, features introductions by Stewart Brand and Mead's daughter, Mary Catherine Bateson.When Margaret Mead first studied the Manus Islanders of New Guinea in 1928, they were living with a Stone Age technology and economically vulnerable; they seemed ill-equipped to handle the massive impact that World War II had on their
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The Wonders of Life

par Ernst Haeckel ...

The publication of the present work on The Wonders of Life has been occasioned by the success of The Riddle of the Universe, which I wrote five years ago. This extraordinary and - as far as I was concerned - unexpected success of a philosophical work which was by no means light reading, affords ample proof of the intense interest taken by even the general reader in the object of the work - the ... En savoir plus

$4.22 CAD

The publication of the present work on The Wonders of Life has been occasioned by the success of The Riddle of the Universe, which I wrote five years ago. This extraordinary and - as far as I was concerned - unexpected success of a philosophical work which was by no means light reading, affords ample proof of the intense interest taken by even the general reader in the object of the work - the
... En savoir plus
Proving Darwin

Making Biology Mathematical

par Gregory Chaitin ...

Groundbreaking mathematician Gregory Chaitin gives us the first book to posit that we can prove how Darwin’s theory of evolution works on a mathematical level.For years it has been received wisdom among most scientists that, just as Darwin claimed, all of the Earth’s life-forms evolved by blind chance. But does Darwin’s theory function on a purely mathematical level? Has there been enough time for ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

Groundbreaking mathematician Gregory Chaitin gives us the first book to posit that we can prove how Darwin’s theory of evolution works on a mathematical level.For years it has been received wisdom among most scientists that, just as Darwin claimed, all of the Earth’s life-forms evolved by blind chance. But does Darwin’s theory function on a purely mathematical level? Has there been enough time for
... En savoir plus
Cro-Magnon

The Story of the Last Ice Age People of Europe

par Trenton W. Holliday ...

During the Last Ice Age, Europe was a cold, dry place teeming with mammoths, woolly rhinoceroses, reindeer, bison, cave bears, cave hyenas, and cave lions. It was also the home of people physically indistinguishable from humans today, commonly known as the Cro-Magnons. Our knowledge of them comes from either their skeletons or the tools, art, and debris they left behind.This book tells the story ... En savoir plus

$36.99 CAD

During the Last Ice Age, Europe was a cold, dry place teeming with mammoths, woolly rhinoceroses, reindeer, bison, cave bears, cave hyenas, and cave lions. It was also the home of people physically indistinguishable from humans today, commonly known as the Cro-Magnons. Our knowledge of them comes from either their skeletons or the tools, art, and debris they left behind.This book tells the story
... En savoir plus
Cells in Evolutionary Biology

Translating Genotypes into Phenotypes - Past, Present, Future

Modifié par Brian K. Hall, Sally A. Moody ...

Collections series Evolutionary Cell Biology
This book is the first in a projected series on Evolutionary Cell Biology, the intent of which is to demonstrate the essential role of cellular mechanisms in transforming the genotype into the phenotype by transforming gene activity into evolutionary change in morphology. This book —Cells in Evolutionary Biology — evaluates the evolution of cells themselves and the role cells have been viewed to ... En savoir plus

$100.99 CAD

This book is the first in a projected series on Evolutionary Cell Biology, the intent of which is to demonstrate the essential role of cellular mechanisms in transforming the genotype into the phenotype by transforming gene activity into evolutionary change in morphology. This book —Cells in Evolutionary Biology — evaluates the evolution of cells themselves and the role cells have been viewed to
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