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Why Evolution Was Rejected before Darwin

You investigate the dubious status of evolutionary ideas in the years before Darwin's book. Among the objections: Evolution challenged the Bible and lacked convincing empirical support. Some critics even classed evolution with fringe ideas such as Mesmerism and phrenology.

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  • Originally Aired March 22, 2022
  • Created March 22, 2022 by
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  • Modified March 22, 2022 by
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