The Cell Theory, Past And Present

The Cell Theory, Past and Present is a historical book written by William Turner in 1890. The book is a comprehensive account of the evolution of the cell theory, which is the fundamental concept of modern biology. The author traces the development of the cell theory from its earliest origins to the present day, highlighting the contributions of various scientists and researchers who have contributed to its advancement.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the cell theory. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of the cell theory, starting with the work of Robert Hooke in the 17th century. The subsequent chapters delve deeper into the various discoveries and theories that have shaped our understanding of the cell, including the work of Antonie van Leeuwenhoek, Matthias Schleiden, Theodor Schwann, Rudolf Virchow, and others.The book also discusses the various controversies and debates that have arisen over the years regarding the cell theory, such as the debate over spontaneous generation and the controversy surrounding the discovery of the nucleolus. The author provides a balanced and objective account of these controversies, presenting both sides of the argument and allowing the reader to draw their own conclusions.Overall, The Cell Theory, Past and Present is a fascinating and informative book that provides a detailed account of the history of the cell theory. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science and biology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.