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Evolution

James A. S. Watson

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. . .d been specially designed, each for its specific purpose, we should expect to find fundamental differences in structure. Actually the general arrangement of bones is the same in each case. A fact like this points strongly to a common origin of the four types mentioned, and to a general primitive arrangement of the bones of the limb. This primary type, it seems natural to suppose, has been modified for various special purposes in many different directions, the general features remaining recognisable. Many other cases of homology, or similarity of structure and origin, in organs whose function is dissimilar, might be quoted. Thus the poison gland of the poison snakes is not an organ which has been specially developed, but is a modified portion of one of the salivary glands. The hoof of the horse and the finger nail of man can evidently be satisfactorily explained as modifications of a[15]
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5.00
- Martin - Jul 15, 2013

This an essential collection for any fan of science fiction, new or existing

4.00
- Jaci - Apr 21, 2023

Took me longer than I'd hoped it would, and there were definitely stories I didn't care for, but there were lots that made this worth the time and energy. My favorites include:
Nine Lives - Ursula Le Guin
Proof - Hal Clement
Mimsy Were the Borogoves - Henry Kuttner & C.L. Moore
The Life and Times of Mul

3.00
- StrangeBedfellows - Dec 10, 2012

This was my textbook in a literature class on science fixture. It's a good choice for a general survey of science fiction, especially in a compare/contrast sort of way. It really does illustrate the evolution of sci-fi, particularly the development of common themes. The stories within include a lot

5.00
- Avdi - Feb 01, 2009

What a great collection of stories. Worth it just for "All mimsy were the borogroves" and Kipling's "With the Night Mail", but there's so much more quality material here

3.00
- Paul - Nov 21, 2021

Fleet Commander Selma, in her skintight spaceblack uniform made of pure phalagium that could withstand any heat except that of my gaze, turned her large piercing eyes towards me and said

“The situation on Asteroid 3682467 is critical. Asteroids 25 through to 3682466 are okay, more or less, but the si

4.00
- Hank - Jul 31, 2018

I am a high school English teacher, and during most summer breaks, I read between 20 and 30 books. This summer, I just finished reading one book, a book I began 'way back at the end of April, David Hartwell and Kathryn Cramer's massive anthology The Ascent of Wonder: The Evolution of Hard SF, a 990-

5.00
- Renee - Nov 16, 2011

Some of the best science fiction in the world. I've literally read the covers off this collection - and it's hardbound!

4.00
- Joe - Feb 09, 2008

There are so many sci fi surveys on the market it would be almost impossible to read them all. That said, David Hartwell is one of the best anthologists out there. Focusing on "hard" science stories was a wise move, I think. My only complaint, and the reason I couldn't stick that extra star up there

5.00
- Nicole - May 25, 2010

Must read! A must, must, must if you want to dip your toe into Science Fiction. Must. Must, I said!

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