The Epistemology of Development, Evolution, and Genetics

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The Epistemology of Development, Evolution, and Genetics is written by Richard Burian and published by Cambridge University Press. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 0521545285 (ISBN 10) and 9780521545280 (ISBN 13).

These essays examine the developments in three fundamental biological disciplines--embryology, evolutionary biology, and genetics. These disciplines were in conflict for much of the 20th century and the essays in this collection examine key methodological problems within these disciplines and the difficulties faced in overcoming the conflicts between them. Burian skillfully weaves together historical appreciation of the settings within which scientists work, substantial knowledge of the biological problems at stake and the methodological and philosophical issues faced in integrating biological knowledge drawn from disparate sources.