Description
Hardcover is faded and has wear. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and binding is secure. Ships from Colorado.
This vintage copy of “Larousse science of life” by Jean Rostand offers a fascinating glimpse into the mid-20th century understanding of biology, genetics, and evolution. Published in the wake of the modern synthesis that united Darwinian evolution with Mendelian genetics, this book represents an effort to bring the latest scientific discoveries to a general audience. Rostand, a renowned French biologist and philosopher, was a gifted science communicator known for his engaging and accessible writing style. Although some of the content may be dated, this book remains a valuable historical artifact, capturing the excitement and curiosity surrounding these rapidly advancing fields. Collectors of vintage science books and those interested in the history of biology will appreciate this well-preserved copy as a window into the scientific zeitgeist of its era.
