Complete Record - Heirs of Hippocrates No. 1924

THOMAS HENRY HUXLEY (1825-1895) Evidence as to man's place in nature. Williams and Norgate 1863 159 pp., illus. 22.9 cm.

Eventual acceptance of the theory of evolution was due in no small measure to Thomas Huxley as the theory's strong but skeptical supporter and interpreter. While convinced of the essential validity of the theory, he nevertheless continually questioned various facets of it. Huxley was the first to apply evolution to paleontology and in this work, perhaps his finest, he undertook the task of assessing the development of mankind. The work is particularly noteworthy for its account of the finding of the Neanderthal man and the early studies of that important specimen. Regardless of the topic, it is always enjoyable to read Huxley and appreciate his facile command of English.

Cited references: Cushing H554; Garrison-Morton 165; Osler 1605; Waller 10853

Gift of John Martin, M.D.