Evolution and the Diversity of Life

“Ernst Mayr not only ranks among the great evolutionary biologists of this century; he is also one of the best writers. This collection is of lasting importance.”—E. O. Wilson

“Mayr has shown himself to be a true follower of Darwin, Wallace, and Huxley. His writings are lively and critical, and they provide remarkable insight into the development of the field.”—Peter H. Raven, Science

“The range of topics covered in these essays is awesome when one realizes that they are the product of a single mind.”—Francisco J. Ayala, Sciences