The original Harvard Classics Collection contains 51 volumes of the essential works of world literature, showing the progress of man from antics to modern age. In this edition, the original collection is supplemented with the 20 volume Harvard Shelf of Fiction, a selection of the greatest works of fiction.Content:The Harvard Classics:V. 1: Franklin, Woolman & PennV. 2: Plato, Epictetus & Marcus AureliusV. 3: Bacon, Milton, BrowneV. 4: John Milton

After decades of neglect, religion is once again a topic of considerable import in the social sciences. This renewed interest has generated an awareness of the need to study involvement in and commitment to multiple social institutions simultaneously, such as religion and the family. In this volume, twenty-one prominent social scientists address the complex set of relationships that emerge between religion and the family. They show that increased knowledge of how religions and families inf...

The Origin of Species by Charles Darwin must rank as one of the most influential and consequential books ever published, initiating scientific, social and religious ferment ever since its first publication in 1859. Its full title is The Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection, or the Preservation of Favoured Races in the Struggle for Life, in some editions prefaced by the word "On."Darwin describes the book as simply an "abstract" of his ideas, which are m...

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"Coral Reefs" by Charles Darwin is a seminal work that explores the formation and ecology of coral reefs. In this book, Darwin presents his observations from his travels, particularly in the Galapagos Islands and the Great Barrier Reef. He meticulously details the biological processes that contribute to the growth of coral structures, emphasizing the symbiotic relationships between corals and other marine organisms. His insights laid the groundwork for future marine biology studies and hig...

These three major works by the father of evolutionary theory encompass his life, journey through the Galapagos, and landmark work on natural selection.On the Origin of Species: In one of the most important contributions to scientific knowledge, Charles Darwin puts forth the theory that species evolve over time through the process of natural selection. Drawn from extensive research performed on various creatures living in the Galápagos Islands, his research...

From 1951 through 1956, I Love Lucy was the most-watched show in television. Its launch was as rocky as the marriage of the real-life show-biz pros who crafted it.After their divorce in 1960, Lucille Ball appraised Desi Arnaz, her former husband: "He's like Jekyll and Hyde. He drinks and gambles, he's awash in broads and booze, and that gay actor, Cesar Romero, is his devoted slave. Love?" she asked. "I was always falling in love with the ...

In 1831, Charles Darwin embarked on an expedition that, in his own words, determined my whole career. The Voyage of the Beagle chronicles his five-year journey around the world and especially the coastal waters of South America as a naturalist on the H.M.S. Beagle. While traveling through these unexplored countries collecting specimens, Darwin began to formulate the theories of evolution and natural selection realized in his master work, The Origin of Species. Travel memoi...

On the Origin of Species, published on 24 November 1859, is a work of scientific literature by Charles Darwin which is considered to be the foundation of evolutionary biology. Its full title was On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection, or the Preservation of Favoured Races in the Struggle for Life. For the sixth edition of 1872, the short title was changed to The Origin of Species. Darwin's book introduced thescientific theory that populatio...

On the Origin of Species, published on 24 November 1859, is a work of scientific literature by Charles Darwin which is considered to be the foundation of evolutionary biology. Its full title was On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection, or the Preservation of Favoured Races in the Struggle for Life. Darwin's book introduced the scientific theory that populations evolve over the course of generations through a process of natural selection. It presented a body of evidence that ...

Erasmus Darwin's 'The Temple of Nature; or, the Origin of Society' is a visionary work that intricately weaves together themes of natural philosophy, evolutionary theory, and social commentary. Written in poetic verse, the book reflects the Enlightenment's intellectual climate, with its focus on reason and empirical evidence. Darwin employs rich, metaphoric language to explore the interplay between nature and human society, suggesting that the principles of evolution can illuminate not jus...

"Coral Reefs; Volcanic Islands; South American Geology" is a comprehensive work by Charles Darwin that explores the intricate relationships between geological formations and biological diversity. In this book, Darwin meticulously documents his observations from his travels, particularly focusing on coral reefs and volcanic islands. He presents a detailed analysis of how these natural structures are formed and their significance in understanding the Earth's geological history. His insights ...