Life's Dawn on Earth by Sir John William Dawson

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Author Dawson, John William, Sir, 1820-1899
LoC No. 05018674
Title Life's Dawn on Earth
Being the history of the oldest known fossil remains, and their relations to geological time and to the development of the animal kingdom
Note Reading ease score: 44.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary "Life's Dawn on Earth" by Sir John William Dawson is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The book explores the history of the oldest known fossil remains, specifically focusing on Eozoon canadense, a fossil discovered in the Laurentian rocks of Canada. Dawson discusses the significance of this discovery in relation to geological time and the development of the animal kingdom, emphasizing the early stages of life on Earth as a captivating subject for both scientists and the general public. The opening of the work introduces Eozoon canadense, framing it as humanity's earliest connection to animal life and a representation of life's origins. Dawson reflects on the intrigue surrounding the beginnings of life, addressing questions about the first creatures and their evolutionary relationships with later forms. He also mentions the historical misconceptions about the Laurentian rocks being devoid of life, highlighting the excitement within the geological community following the discovery of organic remains within these ancient formations. The author aims to present a comprehensive and accessible account of Eozoon and its geological context, which outlines the book's intention to educate readers about the dawn of life and its implications for understanding Earth's biological history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QE: Science: Geology
Subject Life -- Origin
Subject Paleontology -- Precambrian
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EBook-No. 50767
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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