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Evolution
2nd edition

Colin Patterson

Introducing the latest ideas on how life originated and diversified on Earth, this clear and well-illustrated book provides a concise and interesting summary of modern evolutionary theory. Following the successful first edition, it is written for those who have little or no formal training in science and is an ideal introduction for students. Teachers of biology will also find it a valuable reference text.

Key features

• New chapters on neural evolution and gene evolution
• Latest theories on the evolution of humans
• Extensive updates throughout, with emphasis on molecular evolution
• Many new or updated illustrations
• Comprehensive coverage, clear and concise presentation

Contents
Propositions, Species, Variation within species, Heredity, Genetics and variation, Mutation, Natural selection theory, Selection in action, Neutral evolution and the molecular clock, Gene families and gene evolution, The origin of species, Speciation in the Galapagos Islands, The hierarchy of life, Proof and disproof; science and politics, The origin and early evolution of life, Evolution and humanity, Who's who, Further reading, Glossary, Index.

About the author
Colin Patterson was employed in the Palaeontology Department of the Natural History Museum from 1962 until 1993. He held an 'individual merit' appointment from 1974. Though retired at the age of 60, he continued to work daily in the Museum until his sudden death in 1998.

Reviews
"...This is a great little book." Heredity

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