Length7h 18m
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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:
26The Little Guides
2IV. IDEALISM
27Illustrated and Gift Books
3FOOTNOTES:
28Byzantine Texts
4V. THE REAL
29Biography
5FOOTNOTES:
30Travel, Adventure and Topography
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6VI. EVOLUTION AS THE REDISTRIBUTION OF MATTER AND MOTION
31Naval and Military
7FOOTNOTES:
32General Literature
8VII. NECESSITY
33Philosophy
9VIII. INSUFFICIENT EVIDENCE
34Science
10FOOTNOTES:
35Oxford Commentaries
11IX. CONSEQUENCES
36Handbooks of Theology
12FOOTNOTES:
37The Churchman's Library
13X. THE CHESS-BOARD
38The Churchman's Bible
14FOOTNOTES:
39The Library of Devotion
15XI. THE COMMON FAITH OF MANKIND
40Leaders of Religion
16XII. PROGRESS
41Marie Corelli's Novels
17XIII. EVOLUTION AS PURPOSE
42Anthony Hope's Novels
18The Novelist
43Gilbert Parker's Novels
19Methuen's Sixpenny Library
44S. Baring Gould's Novels
20Poetry
45OTHER SIX-SHILLING NOVELS
21Methuen's Standard Library
46THREE-AND-SIXPENNY NOVELS
22The Works of Shakespeare
47HALF-CROWN NOVELS
23The Novels of Charles Dickens
48The Novelist
24Little Biographies
49Methuen's Sixpenny Library
25The Little Library
50Books for Boys and Girls
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