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In "Evolution," F. B. Jevons embarks on a profound exploration of the intersection between philosophy, science, and economics, examining how evolutionary theory influences various aspects of human experience. Written in the late 19th century during a period marked by rapid scientific advancements and intellectual ferment, Jevons employs a clear and analytical style that synthesizes complex ideas into accessible prose. The text delves into the implications of Darwinian thought, not merely as a biological principle but as a framework that encompasses social and economic evolution, positioning it within the broader discourse of progress and human development. F. B. Jevons was a noted economist and philosopher whose works significantly contributed to the fields of utility and marginalism. His background in both the sciences and the humanities informed his multidisciplinary approach, as he sought to integrate insights from various domains into his economic theories. This holistic perspective, paired with his keen observations of societal shifts, motivated him to articulate a vision of evolution that resonated with contemporary intellectual currents while anticipating future debates around the concepts of change and adaptation. "Evolution" is essential reading for anyone interested in the philosophical underpinnings of modern thought. Jevons' insights not only illuminate the prevailing ideas of his time but also challenge readers to consider the ongoing relevance of evolutionary frameworks in understanding contemporary issues. This text is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike, promising to enrich one's understanding of the intricate relationship between evolution, society, and economics.
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GenreScience and Nature
Length7 hrs 18 mins
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Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1FOOTNOTES:
32General Literature
2IV. IDEALISM
33Philosophy
3FOOTNOTES:
34Science
4V. THE REAL
35Oxford Commentaries
5FOOTNOTES:
36Handbooks of Theology
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6VI. EVOLUTION AS THE REDISTRIBUTION OF MATTER AND MOTION
37The Churchman's Library
7FOOTNOTES:
38The Churchman's Bible
8VII. NECESSITY
39The Library of Devotion
9VIII. INSUFFICIENT EVIDENCE
40Leaders of Religion
10FOOTNOTES:
41Marie Corelli's Novels
11IX. CONSEQUENCES
42Anthony Hope's Novels
12FOOTNOTES:
43Gilbert Parker's Novels
13X. THE CHESS-BOARD
44S. Baring Gould's Novels
14FOOTNOTES:
45OTHER SIX-SHILLING NOVELS
15XI. THE COMMON FAITH OF MANKIND
46THREE-AND-SIXPENNY NOVELS
16XII. PROGRESS
47HALF-CROWN NOVELS
17XIII. EVOLUTION AS PURPOSE
48The Novelist
18The Novelist
49Methuen's Sixpenny Library
19Methuen's Sixpenny Library
50Books for Boys and Girls
20Poetry
51The Peacock Library
21Methuen's Standard Library
52University Extension Series
22The Works of Shakespeare
53Social Questions of To-day
23The Novels of Charles Dickens
54Classical Translations
24Little Biographies
55CLASSICAL
25The Little Library
56GERMAN
26The Little Guides
57SCIENCE
27Illustrated and Gift Books
58Textbooks of Technology
28Byzantine Texts
59ENGLISH
29Biography
60METHUEN'S COMMERCIAL SERIES
30Travel, Adventure and Topography
61WORKS BY A. M. M. STEDMAN, M.A.
31Naval and Military
62SCHOOL EXAMINATION SERIES
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