The Evolution of Beauty: How Darwin's Forgotten Theory of Mate Choice Shapes the Animal World - and Us
Richard O. Prum revisits Darwin’s overlooked theory of mate choice to explore the evolution of beauty across the animal world and its relevance to human life. Combining evolutionary thinking with a close look at aesthetics, the book presents a broad scientific inquiry into why beauty matters.
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Richard O. Prum examines the evolution of beauty through Darwin’s theory of mate choice.
The book considers how aesthetic preferences shape the animal world and connect to human experience.
It offers a science-based perspective on evolution, beauty, and the forces that influence living beings.
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