جزئیات کتاب
فرمت
جلد نرم
صفحات
90
زبان
انگلیسی
منتشر شده
Aug 3, 2023
ناشر
Cambridge University Press
نسخه
1
ISBN-10
1009400428
ISBN-13
9781009400428
توضیحات
In a thought-provoking exploration, Peter A. Corning delves into the intricate concept of superorganisms within the framework of evolutionary science. He meticulously examines how certain species, such as social insects and humans, showcase characteristics of collective behavior that blur the lines between individual and group dynamics. Corning challenges traditional views on evolutionary development, positing that the synergies found within these superorganisms are crucial to understanding survival and adaptation.
Corning further investigates the implications of this collective life on societal structures and the natural world. He draws parallels between biological examples and human societal constructs, highlighting how cooperation and collaboration can foster resilience against external pressures. This perspective not only enriches the understanding of evolutionary processes but also provides valuable insights into contemporary challenges faced by human communities.
The publication stands as an essential resource for those intrigued by evolutionary biology, ecology, and the interconnectedness of life. Corning's engaging prose invites readers to rethink the nature of organismal life and the roles each entity plays within broader ecological and social systems.
Corning further investigates the implications of this collective life on societal structures and the natural world. He draws parallels between biological examples and human societal constructs, highlighting how cooperation and collaboration can foster resilience against external pressures. This perspective not only enriches the understanding of evolutionary processes but also provides valuable insights into contemporary challenges faced by human communities.
The publication stands as an essential resource for those intrigued by evolutionary biology, ecology, and the interconnectedness of life. Corning's engaging prose invites readers to rethink the nature of organismal life and the roles each entity plays within broader ecological and social systems.