De afstamming van den mensch en de seksueele teeltkeus, deel 2 (van 2) by Darwin

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Author Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882
Translator Hartogh Heys van Zouteveen, H. (Hermanus), 1841-1891
Title De afstamming van den mensch en de seksueele teeltkeus, deel 2 (van 2)
Original Publication Arnhem-Nijmegen: E. & M. Cohen, 1890.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Descent_of_Man,_and_Selection_in_Relation_to_Sex Wikipedia page about this book: https: //nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/De_afstamming_van_de_mens
Note Reading ease score: 53.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "De afstamming van den mensch en de seksueele teeltkeus, deel 2 (van 2)" by Charles Darwin is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work explores the biological and sexual selection processes that influence the evolution of humans and other species, delving into the characteristics that differentiate male and female animals across various taxa, including fish, amphibians, reptiles, and birds. The opening of the book introduces the topic of secondary sexual characteristics in lower vertebrates, starting with fish. It discusses how male fish exhibit unique traits such as vibrant colors and specialized structures used during courtship and mating, with men often engaging in rituals or battles to win over females. Darwin notes that these traits can serve both a decorative purpose in attracting mates and a functional role in reproduction and survival, leading to intriguing discussions on the evolutionary implications of these behaviors and characteristics within aquatic environments. The text sets the stage for a comprehensive analysis of sexual selection, contributing to a broader understanding of evolutionary biology. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Dutch
LoC Class QH: Science: Natural history
Subject Evolution (Biology)
Subject Human beings -- Origin
Subject Sexual selection in animals
Subject Sexual dimorphism (Animals)
Subject Sex differences
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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