Heredity and the Ascent of Man [Paperback]

Originally published in 1935, this book was written to provide the general reader with a concise guide to genetics and human evolution.Originally published in 1935, this book was written to provide the general reader with a concise guide to genetics and human evolution. The text begins with a discussion of heredity and genes before moving through to an account of the relationship between evolutionary theory and human development.Originally published in 1935, this book was written to provide the general reader with a concise guide to genetics and human evolution. The text begins with a discussion of heredity and genes before moving through to an account of the relationship between evolutionary theory and human development.Originally published in 1935, this book was written to provide the general reader with a concise guide to genetics and human evolution. The text begins with a discussion of heredity and genes before moving through to an account of the relationship between evolutionary theory and human development. Illustrative figures are also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in genetics and the history of science.1. The mystery of life; 2. The laws of heredity; 3. The gene: the origin of life; 4. The gene complex; 5. How evolution progresses; 6. The nature and value of sex; 7. Experimental creation of new species; 8. The ascent of man and mind; 9. The future of man and mind.