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In “The Descent of Man,” author Charles Darwin presents his second landmark work on evolutionary theory, following his groundbreaking “The Origin of Species.”
This popular science book marked a pivotal moment in the history of science, offering a modern perspective on human nature as a product of evolution. In “The Descent of Man,” Darwin explores how the noblest features of humans—such as language and morality—are shaped by the same natural processes that produce intricate details like iris petals and scorpion tails.
As a key work in popular science, “The Descent of Man” by Charles Darwin continues to influence our understanding of human evolution, showcasing Darwin’s profound insight into the natural world and the forces that have shaped life as we know it.
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