Review
‘The most eminent Darwin specialists deconstruct the myths that surround his work and his personality - not to decrease his merit, but to reveal his hesitations and the permanent transformations of his theory. The figure of Darwin that emerges is not smaller but more human. A refreshing and thought-provoking book.’ Michel Morange, IHPST, Université Paris I
‘Kostas Kampourakis is an indefatigable author and editor. In this latest book, he has assembled a stellar cast who discuss the myths, misunderstandings, and falsehoods that have grown in the wake of Darwin’s work. The result is an exceptionally informative collection of essays that are historically robust and fascinating to read.’ Michael J. Reiss, University College London
‘Misinformation and disinformation cling to the legacy of Charles Darwin like barnacles encrusting the hull of a great ship. Darwin Mythology helps not only to dispel misrepresentations about the great naturalist's life and work but also to understand how and why they arise.’ Glenn Branch, National Center for Science Education, Oakland, California
‘Whether Darwin is cast as a hero or a villain, it is apparent that there has been - and in some quarters, that there still is - a desire to see him and his theories in black-and-white terms; and much of the myth-debunking taking place here aims at exploding such a monochrome picture. We are indebted to the authors of this book for supplying us with a richer, polychromatic and more rounded picture of the great man as well as for raising so many important questions concerning the interpretation of his legacy.’ Michael Fuller, Irish Theological Quarterly
‘Darwin aficionados will revel in this collection of 26 essays that provide the latest scholarship on biology’s most celebrated figure, from the most noted historians in the field.’ Douglas Allchin, The Quarterly Review of Biology
‘This collection of essays by leading historians and philosophers of biology aims to demolish common myths about Charles Darwin … the work should be of interest to scholars …Recommended.’ J. S. Schwartz, Choice
‘… the accessible prose and concise format make Darwin Mythology an excellent entry point for students, non-specialists, and general readers interested in Darwin studies. For that audience, the volume will not only illuminate Darwin’s life and work but also disabuse them of some of their most persistent misconceptions about both the man and the making of scientific knowledge.’ Henry-James Meiring, Metascience
Book Description
This accessible collection debunks pervasive myths about Darwin's life and work, deepening our understanding of the history of science.
About the Author
Kostas Kampourakis is the author and editor of several books about evolution, genetics, philosophy and history of science, as well as the editor of the Cambridge University Press book series Understanding Life. He teaches biology and science education courses at the University of Geneva.
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