The philosophy of human evolution [electronic resource] / Michael Ruse.

The philosophy of human evolution [electronic resource] / Michael Ruse.

9781139223355 (electronic bk.)
1139223356 (electronic bk.)
9781139219921 (electronic bk.)
1139219928 (electronic bk.)
9780521117937
0521117933
9780521133722
0521133726
9781139216821
9786613598134
6613598135

Cambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2012.

English

1 online resource (x, 271 pages) : illustrations.

GN281 .R84 2012eb

599.93/8

"This book provides a unique discussion of human evolution from a philosophical viewpoint, looking at the facts and interpretations since Charles Darwin's The Descent of Man. Michael Ruse explores such topics as the nature of scientific theories, the relationships between culture and biology, the problem of progress and the extent to which evolutionary issues pose problems for religious beliefs. He identifies these issues, highlighting the problems for morality in a world governed by natural selection. By taking a philosophical viewpoint, the full ethical and moral dimensions of human evolution are examined. This book engages the reader in a thorough discussion of the issues, appealing to students in philosophy, biology and anthropology"-- Provided by publisher.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 246-264) and index.

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Cambridge introductions to philosophy and biology.

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