Pandas Thumb
Pandas Thumb by Stephen Jay Gould, published by WW Norton in September 1992, is a reissue that spans 352 pages. This collection of essays delves into various intriguing questions within evolutionary biology, showcasing Gould’s ability to articulate complex scientific concepts in an accessible manner. The book addresses topics such as the intelligence of dinosaurs compared to lizards, the gender ratio at birth, and the historical context of Dr. Down’s theory, all while examining the evolutionary significance of features like the panda’s thumb.
Readers will find a thoughtful exploration of the imperfections in nature that underscore evolutionary principles. Gould’s essays illuminate the wonders and mysteries of life sciences, inviting readers to consider the intricacies of evolution through engaging narratives. This edition serves as an introduction to Gould’s unique writing style, making it suitable for both new and returning audiences interested in science and evolution.
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“Gould is a natural writer; he has something to say and the inclination and skill with which to say it.” —P. B. Medawar, New York Review of Books
With sales of well over one million copies in North America alone, the commercial success of Gould’s books now matches their critical acclaim. 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.
Were dinosaurs really dumber than lizards? Why, after all, are roughly the same number of men and women born into the world? What led the famous Dr. Down to his theory of mongolism, and its racist residue? What do the panda’s magical “thumb” and the sea turtle’s perilous migration tell us about imperfections that prove the evolutionary rule? The wonders and mysteries of evolutionary biology are elegantly explored in these and other essays by the celebrated natural history writer Stephen Jay Gould.
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