Pioneers of Evolution from Thales to Lucretius is a book written by Edward Clodd. The book explores the ideas and theories of ancient Greek philosophers and scientists who contributed to the development of the theory of evolution. The book covers the works of Thales, Anaximander, Anaximenes, Empedocles, Democritus, and Lucretius, among others. It delves into their beliefs about the origins of life, the nature of matter, and the evolution of species...