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The growth of biological thought. Diversity, evolution, and inheritance.
Publication Details
Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press, 1982 CE.
An interpretive history of what Mayr calls “ultimate” explanations in biology, reflecting Mayr’s expertise in systematics, evolution, and genetics.
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Thematic Classifications
| Catalog Metadata | Reference Information |
|---|---|
| Entry Number | #258.12 |
| Permanent Link | https://staging.historyofmedicine.com/entry/8729 |
| Author Bio Link | Wikipedia ↗ |
| External URL | the-growth-of-biological-thought-diversity-evolution-and-inheritance |
Geographic Context
Publication place: Cambridge, MA