The Philosophy of Evolution Together With a Preliminary Essay on The Metaphysical Basis of Science

"The Philosophy of Evolution" by Stephen H. Carpenter is a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between metaphysics and evolution, suggesting a logical connection between human thought and the processes of the natural world. The book presents the idea that the way we think and gain knowledge follows similar rules to how the world evolves, moving from general concepts to specific details. Carpenter emphasizes the role of rational laws in shaping both our minds and the world, arguing that the development of life is not random but guided by intelligence with evolution being an expression of logical and divine thought, with humanity as its highest form.