The Chain of Life in Geological Time by Sir John William Dawson
"The Chain of Life in Geological Time" by Sir John William Dawson is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work provides a comprehensive overview of the history of life on Earth, focusing particularly on the origins and succession of animals and plants throughout geological epochs. The book aims to present scientific findings in a manner that is accessible to general readers, enhancing their understanding of evolution and theinterconnectedness of life through time. The opening of the publication offers insights into the approach Dawson adopts to explore the history of life on Earth. It discusses the necessity for a solid scientific foundation in understanding geological periods, emphasizing the importance of fossil evidence in reconstructing past life forms. Dawson outlines the major branches of geology—lithology, stratigraphy, and paleontology—and highlights the significance of stratigraphical analysis in determining the age of various life forms. The preface sets the stage for an engaging exploration of how life has evolved, while also cautioning against misconceptions propagated by pseudoscience. This introductory section successfully establishes a scholarly tone and invites readers to delve deeper into the wonders of geological time and life's intricate history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Dawson, John William, Sir, 1820-1899 |
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| Title | The Chain of Life in Geological Time A Sketch of the Origin and Succession of Animals and Plants |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | Preliminary considerations as to the extent and sources of our knowledge -- The beginning of life on the earth -- The age of invertebrates of the sea -- The origin of plant life on the land -- The appearance of vertebrate animals -- The first air-breathers -- The empire of the great reptiles -- The first forests of modern type -- The reign of mammals -- The advent of man -- Review of the history of life. |
| Credits | Produced by Chris Curnow, Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QE: Science: Geology |
| Subject | Paleontology |
| Subject | Paleobotany |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 36261 |
| Release Date | May 30, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 170 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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