Darwin's On the Origin of Species: A Modern Rendition

In providing a "modern translation" of Darwin's civilization-changing masterpiece, both curious laymen and committed scientists can now benefit from its study. As described by Olivia Judson in her Introduction, "the Origin and the worldview it contains have transformed the way I think about the planet, the beings on it, and what it means to be human." A succinct, but profound, message for all of us pondering our existence.Reading this rendition of Darwin, after over 30 years as a medical school Professor, I was particularly surprised by the number of times that I re-read paragraphs or just stopped to consider the implications of Darwin's findings and assertions. Rather than taking less time to read than the original, I found myself slowed down by thought: I realized how incomplete was my earlier "understanding" of this man's genius and discoveries. Thank you Mr. Duzdevich!In my original reading of "Origin" as a student, I recall skimming parts rather than undertaking the hard work necessary for a deeper understanding. After all, it was only one course... When I coincidentally came across my old copy of "Origin" recently, I was amused to find that my bookmark was still in place - about two-thirds of the way through the book. Tough going, indeed!!"Excessive difficulty" is no longer an excuse to avoid reading Darwin's masterpiece. If you've read it before as I had (sort of), it's definitely worthy of another look. And if you were always curious and never got around to it, it is now easier than ever. This should be essential reading: Darwin - so often cited, and so often misunderstood.

Darwin's Origin went thru Six Edition's. The sixth was published in London in January 1872. Most changes were minor corrections, but some according to Walllace were shifts in his basic positions. In fact Wallace wrote his book," Darwinism" 1st ed May 1889 to enforce the importance of "natural selection" . In the introduction he states..."I thus take up Darwin's earlier position from which he sometimes receded in the later editions of his works, on account of criticisms and objections which I have endeavoured to show are unsound." To respect Darwin as a Scientistwe should evaluate his contribution on the basis of his entire work.

This "Modern Rendition" of "The Origin of Species" has made this work more readable. I found the language of of the originaldifficult to wade through. I very much recommend it.

Clear and well-written. For once, I can actually understand Darwin. Every high school, college kid, or anyone who wants to read Darwin should have this book.

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