Haeckel’s Genesis of Man: Or History of the Development of the Human Race (1879)

Haeckel's Genesis of Man: Or History of the Development of the Human Race is a book written by Lester Frank Ward in 1879. The book is a translation of Ernst Haeckel's work, which explores the evolution of human beings from a biological perspective. Haeckel's work was controversial at the time, as it challenged traditional religious beliefs about the origins of humans. Ward's translation provides an accessible version of Haeckel's ideas, which were based on the theory of evolution by natural selection. The book covers topics such as the development of the human embryo, the evolution of the brain, and the role of race in human evolution. It also includes illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the complex concepts. Haeckel's Genesis of Man is a seminal work in the field of evolutionary biology, and it continues to be studied and debated by scholars today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.