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A History of Biology

By: Michel Morange, Teresa Lavender Fagan - Translated by, Joseph Muise - Translated by
Narrated by: Julian Elfer
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This book presents a global history of the biological sciences from ancient times to today, providing needed perspective on the development of biological thought while shedding light on the field's upheavals and key breakthroughs through the ages. Michel Morange brings to life the dynamic interplay of science, society, and biology's many subdisciplines, enabling listeners to better appreciate the interdisciplinary exchanges that have shaped the field over the centuries.

Morange covers everything from the first cell theory to the origins of the concept of ecosystems, and offers perspectives on areas that are often neglected by historians of biology, such as ecology, ethology, and plant biology. Along the way, he highlights the contributions of technology, the important role of hypothesis and experimentation, and the cultural contexts in which some of the most breathtaking discoveries in biology were made.

Unrivaled in scope and written by a world-renowned historian of science, A History of Biology is an ideal introduction for students and experts alike, and a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the present state of biological knowledge.
©2016 Éditions du Seuil; English translation copyright 2021 by Princeton University Press (P)2021 Tantor
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a fantastic informative read

I read this hoping to learn more about the history of my field and I got exactly what I was looking for. Great writing and a great performance.

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