- Offers an accessible introduction to the core issues in the expanding field of philosophy of biology, such as the theory of evolution by natural selection; the concepts of function and design; biological individuality; and the debate over adaptationism
- Uses concrete biological examples to illustrate philosophical ideas
- Concludes with important reflections on the relevance of biology for understanding human beings, human society, and our place in the natural world
- Ideal for biology students interested in the philosophical foundations of their field
- Part of the Very Short Introduction series - over nine million copies sold worldwide
Philosophy of Biology: A Very Short Introduction
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