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c1928 Outline Of Science J. Arthur Thomson Antique Science Book Charles Darwin

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c1928 Outline Of Science J. Arthur Thomson Antique Science Book Charles Darwin

The Outline Of Science - A Plain Story Simply Told.
Edited by Professor J. Arthur Thomson
Published by The Waverley Book Company Ltd: London c1928
Volume 1 Only Of A 2 Volume Set - An Excellent Reference In Its Own Right

"This attractive Waverley Book Company edition of The Outline of Science presents Professor J. Arthur Thomson's classic attempt to summarise the whole sweep of human scientific understanding in clear, engaging language for the general reader. Published around 1928 and issued in substantial half-leather bindings, Volume I stands strongly on its own as a complete and richly illustrated reference. The book opens with dramatic colour plates—including the striking solar prominence frontispiece—and proceeds through a broad, thoughtfully structured survey of astronomy, geology, physics, chemistry, biology and early evolutionary thought. Even without the companion volume, it remains an immensely informative and visually impressive single-volume scientific compendium.

One of the most significant sections in this volume is the extended treatment of evolution, which Thomson presents under "The Story of Evolution—Introductory." Here he provides a lucid overview of the development of evolutionary theory, offering readers an accessible account of Charles Darwin's work, influence, and legacy. The chapter includes a portrait of Darwin and frames him as "the greatest of naturalists," emphasising how On the Origin of Species reshaped modern scientific thought. Thomson explains not only the mechanisms and implications of Darwin's ideas but also their wider intellectual effects, noting how the evolutionary principle became a "master-key" that unlocked new interpretations of the natural world. For readers seeking an early 20th-century synthesis of Darwinian thinking, this volume remains exceptionally valuable.

As an illustrated introduction to modern science at the height of the interwar period, this volume carries enduring historical and reference appeal. Its mixture of colour plates, photographic portraits, diagrams and clear narrative exposition reflects both the optimism and curiosity of the scientific age. Whether for collectors of vintage scientific works, enthusiasts of early popular science writing, or readers especially interested in the presentation of Darwinian evolution to a broad audience, this volume remains a highly useful and engaging standalone resource."

Light wear and fading to covers and spine as shown. No inscriptions. Pages are clean, crisp and well presented with only the odd age spot. A nice copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 27.5cm x 22cm x 3.5cm - 400 Pages

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Condition: Very good
Binding: Leather
Special Attributes: ["Illustrated", "Original Leather Bindings"]
Region: Europe
Subject: Science & Medicine
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Light wear and fading to covers and spine as shown. No inscriptions. Pages are clean, crisp and well presented with only the odd age spot. A nice copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Professor J. Arthur Thomson
Publisher: The Waverley Book Company Ltd: London
Year Printed: 1928
Sub-subject: Science