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Ellis, R. John.

How Science Works : evolution : a student primer - New York; Springer, c2010. - xxiii, 100 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), col. map ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references.

The aims of this book -- Two ways of explaining the world -- How science works -- Darwin's theory of evolution -- The evidence for evolution -- The evolution of eyes -- Concluding remarks.

"Evolution is just a theory, isn't it? What is a scientific theory anyway? Don't scientists prove things? What is the difference between a fact, a hypothesis and a theory in science? How does scientific thinking differ from religious thinking? Why are most leading scientists atheists? Are science and religion compatible? Why are there so many different religious beliefs but only one science? What is the evidence for evolution? Why does evolution occur? If you are interested in any of these questions and have some knowledge of biology, this book is for you."--P. [4] of cover.

ISBN: 9789048131822 (pbk. : alk. paper)

LCCN: 2009941981

Nat. Bib. No.: GBA9A9656 bnb

Nat. Bib. Agency Control No.: 015416075 Uk 22779679 bccb

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Biology
Evolution

LC Class. No.: QH366.2 / .E5355 2010

Dewey Class. No.: 576.8 ELL 2010