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Hen's teeth and horse's toes

Pages
414
Published
1983
Language
English

Synopsis

Stephen Jay Gould's "Hen's Teeth and Horse's Toes" compiles thirty essays, many originally published in Natural History Magazine, all exploring the theory of evolution. A Harvard professor, Gould examines diverse topics including biological curiosities, adaptation, and the relationship between science and politics. This collection offers insightful perspectives on subjects like extinction and the unique "trilogy of the zebra.