A series of fortunate events : chance and the making of the planet, life, and you /
Sean B. Carroll.
- 213 pages : illustrations, maps, charts ; 21 cm.
Includes notes, bibliographical references (pages 195-206) and index.
Introduction: the trouble with chance -- Stuff happens. The mother of all accidents ; An ornery beast -- A world of mistakes. Good heavens what animal can suck it? ; Randum ; Beautiful mistakes -- 23 and you. The accident of all mothers ; A series of unfortunate events -- Afterword: a conversation about chance.
"From acclaimed writer and biologist Sean B. Carroll, a rollicking, awe-inspiring story of the surprising power of chance in our lives and the world." --
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Chance. Evolution (Biology)--History. Life. Life--Origin.