The six editions of the 'origin of species' a comparative study

Acta Biotheoretica 30 (3):199-214 (1981)
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Comparison of the six editions of the Origin of Species reveals a definite change in Darwin's propounded theory.Although the tone of the statements seems to become more positive in later editions, the change of thought indicates a certain inability of the original theory to stand up to criticism.

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