History of biology

"History of Biology" by L. C. Miall is a journey through the ages, revealing how our knowledge of living things blossomed from a collection of tall tales and basic observations into a sophisticated science. Beginning in the 1500s, when biology was a mix of simple natural history and old myths, the author illuminates the path toward modern understanding. The story highlights the Greeks' vital role in creating the scientific method and their systematic look at life, spotlighting figures like Aristotle, whose work paved the way for comparing and understanding the structure of living beings, setting the stage for the significant advancements that transformed biology into the diverse and complex field we recognize today.