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1	Origin of Species more books like this by Professor Charles Darwin Voyage with Darwin as he gathers the raw material that ushered in the greatest intellectual revolution in nearly 2,000 years. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.96! \| first editions \| SVS
2	How the Mind Works more books like this by Steven Pinker In this accessible analysis, a psychologist merges cognitive science and biology to examine the brain's evolution and the quirks of human nature. see all copies from $3.95! new only from $6.91! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
3	The Blind Watchmaker: Why the Evidence of Evolution Reveals a Universe Without Design more books like this by Richard Dawkins (Read by) This title identifies those aspects of the theory of evolution that people find hard to believe. see all copies from $3.60! new only from $9.36! \| first editions \| SVS
4	Darwin's Dangerous Idea: Evolution and the Meanings of Life more books like this by Daniel C Dennett Nominated for the 1995 National Book Award for Non-Fiction, this masterly exploration reaffirms the validity of Darwin's theory of natural selection and brilliantly demonstrates its compatibility with free will, sacred beliefs, and the dignity of humankind. see all copies from $3.64! new only from $6.35! \| first editions \| SVS
5	Climbing Mount Improbable more books like this by Richard Dawkins The metaphor of Mount Improbable is represented in the combination of perfection and improbability, which is epitomized in the seemingly 'designed' perfection of living things. Dawkins skillfully guides the reader on a breathtaking journey through the mountain's passes and up its many peaks to demonstrate that following the improbable path to ... see all copies from $4.00! new only from $8.49! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
6	Blind watchmaker. more books like this by Richard Dawkins This title identifies those aspects of the theory of evolution that people find hard to believe. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.94! \| first editions
7	Panda's Thumb: More Reflections in Natural History more books like this by Stephen Jay Gould With sales of well over one million copies in North America alone, the commercial success of Gould's books now matches their critical acclaim. Reissued in a larger format, with a handsome new cover, The Panda's Thumb will introduce a new generation of readers to this unique writer, who has taken the art of the scientific essay to new heights. ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.45! \| first editions \| SVS
8	The Origin of Species: By Means of Natural Selection or the Preservation of Favored Races in the Struggle for Life more books like this by Professor Charles Darwin Voyage with Darwin as he gathers the raw material that ushered in the greatest intellectual revolution in nearly 2,000 years. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.32! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Darwin's Ghost: The Origin of Species Updated more books like this by Steve Jones Updating Darwin 's ORIGIN OF SPECIES, published in 1859, this faithful revision provides both accessible explanations of evolutionary science and modern examples that support the naturalist's controversial, often misrepresented research. A New York Times Notable Book for 2000. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.25! \| first editions
10	The Reluctant Mr. Darwin: An Intimate Portrait of Charles Darwin and the Making of His Theory of Evolution more books like this by Professor David Quammen Drawing from Charles Darwins secret "transmutation" notebooks and his personal letters, acclaimed science journalist Quammen has sketched a vivid life portrait of the man whose work never ceases to be controversial. see all copies from $5.15! new only from $6.70! \| first editions \| SVS
11	Survival of the Sickest: A Medical Maverick Discovers Why We Need Disease more books like this by Sharon Moalem, Jonathan Prince In "Survival of the Sickest," medical wunderkind Dr. Moalem delves back into the evolution of man to reveal the heretofore unknown and astonishing ways the human body is built to survive. see all copies from $2.84! new only from $3.44! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Survival of the Prettiest: The Science of Beauty more books like this by Nancy Etcoff In this provocative, witty, and expertly researched inquiry into what we find beautiful and why, psychologist Nancy Etcoff skewers the enduring myth that the pursuit of beauty is a learned behavior; instead "sensitivity to beauty is to a very large extent hard-wired in the human brain" ("The Wall Street Journal"). Illustrations. see all copies from $6.94! new only from $8.26! \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	Mother Nature: A History of Mothers, Infants, and Natural Selection more books like this by Sarah Blaffer Hrdy In this provocative work, a scientist and working mother surveys evolutionary biology, animal behavior patterns, gender politics, and her own experiences to present a radically different view of motherhood--one that challenges long-held and culturally supported beliefs in the maternal instinct. see all copies from $2.48! new only from $11.56! \| signed copies \| first editions
14	The Illustrated Origin of Species more books like this by Charles Darwin see all copies from $3.25! new only from $86.40! \| first editions
15 view cover	The Extended Phenotype: The Long Reach of the Gene more books like this by Richard Dawkins, Daniel Dennett (Afterword by) In this influential and controversial book that has become a classic in popular science writing, Dawkins furthers his fascinating look at the evolution of life and natural selection. see all copies from $8.08! new only from $9.91! \| SVS
16 view cover	On the Origin of Species: A Facsimile of the First Edition more books like this by Professor Charles Darwin It is now fully recognized that the publication of Darwin's "Origin of Species" in 1859 brought about a revolution in man's attitude toward life and his own place in the universe. This work is rightly regarded as one of the most important books ever published, and a knowledge of it should be part of the intellectual equipment of every educated ... see all copies from $6.50! new only from $15.00! \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection or the Preservation of Favoured Races in the Struggle for Life more books like this by Charles Darwin On the Origin of Species, published in 1859, is widely accepted as the seminal work in modern biology. Through careful observation, Charles Darwin explains how traits can be selected for within a population. This is easily observed in the artificial selection of farm animals, for instance. Darwin's theory caused an uproar that can still be heard ... see all copies from $2.40! new only from $2.40! \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	The Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection: The Preservation of Favored Races in the Struggle for Life more books like this by Professor Charles Darwin, J W Burrow (Editor) Voyage with Darwin as he gathers the raw material that ushered in the greatest intellectual revolution in nearly 2,000 years. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.47! \| SVS
19 view cover	Darwin's Dangerous Idea: Evolution and the Meanins of Life more books like this by Daniel Clement Dennett In this title, the author explains the scientific theory of natural selection in vivid terms, and shows how it extends far beyond biology. In addition, he outlines current debates on the subject and challenges the views of many famous scientists, including Stephen Jay Gould and Roger Penrose. see all copies from $5.14! new only from $71.31! \| first editions
20 view cover	Darwinism Under the Microscope: How Recent Scientific Evidence Points to Divine Design more books like this by James P Gills, Tom Woodard, PH.D., Dr. R T Kendall (Prologue by) Here is an exciting wake-up call to the world that offers shocking scientific evidence that our living systems were designed by a creator and not a fluke of evolution. Darwinism Under the Microscope offers helpful and insightful information about what to say to evolutionists. It shows how to present the evidence, facts and truth--right down to the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Of Moths and Men: An Evolutionary Tale more books like this by Judith Hooper Mutant moths and feuding scientists--this is the real story behind the most famous experiment in 20th-century evolutionary biology. A story of hubris and heartbreak, "Of Moths and Men" reveals as much about the internecine battles of science as it does about the mysteries of evolution. of photos. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions
22	Almost Like a Whale: The Origin of Species Updated more books like this by Steve Jones see all copies from $7.57! new only from $19.84! \| first editions
23 view cover	A Darwinian left : politics, evolution and cooperation more books like this by Peter Singer Singer calls for a reevaluation of Leftist thought in America in this concise book. He offers an interpretation of Darwinian theory that would allow for a valuable recalibration of liberal perspectives on humanity and human nature. see all copies from $7.00! new only from $11.40! \| first editions \| SVS
24 view cover	Adaptation & Natural Selection: A Critique of Some Current Evolutionary Thought more books like this by George Christopher Williams This is a thorough and convincing essay in defense of Darwinism, including suggestions for developing effective principles for dealing with the evolution debate that should have relevance to many fields outside biology. see all copies from $13.30! new only from $22.70! \| first editions \| SVS
25	Ever Since Darwin more books like this by Stephen Jay Gould see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.50! \| first editions \| SVS

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