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Aesthetics after darwin
The book reveals a strong humanist heritage which renders Darwin’s theory of song and poetic language far more nuanced and interesting than a monolithic “singing for sex” hypothesis.
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American classics
This book examines selected works in the American literary tradition from an evolutionary perspective. Individual essays address figures ranging from Benjamin Franklin to Billy Collins, targeting a variety of fitness-related issues—courtship, nepotism, competition, cooperation, status, and decept...
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Animal lessons
Philosophy reads humanity against animality, arguing that "man" is man because he is separate from beast. Deftly challenging this position, Kelly Oliver proves that, in fact, it is the animal that teaches us to be human. Through their sex, their habits, and our perception of their purpose, animal...
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The evolution of religions
This extraordinarily ambitious and comprehensive book demonstrates how evolutionary theory can yield new insight into the development of organized religion. Lance Grande examines the growth and diversification of hundreds of religions over time, highlighting their historical interrelationships.
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Tolstoy’s family prototypes in "war and peace"
Did affection for members of his family influence Tolstoy’s characterizations in War and Peace? Comparison of the novel with the writer’s family history reveals preferential treatment of those with greater relatedness to him—excluding his autoportraits. It also explains many narrative gaps and cu...
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