A History of Evolution

A History of Evolution, written by Carroll Lane Fenton and first published in 1922, provides a comprehensive overview of the development of the concept of organic evolution. The book traces the evolution of evolutionary thought from ancient Greek philosophers to modern scientific methods, highlighting key figures such as Darwin and Huxley. Fenton contrasts speculative ideas with empirical evidence, examining the contributions of various thinkers throughout history and culminating in the establishment of evolution as a well-supported scientific fact.