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Last Words on Evolution: A Popular Retrospect and Summary is a book written by Ernst Haeckel in 1906. Haeckel was a German biologist, philosopher, and artist who was known for his contributions to the field of evolutionary biology. This book serves as a summary of his life's work and is written in a popular style that is accessible to a wide audience.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a retrospective of Haeckel's career, tracing his development as a scientist and his contributions to the field of evolutionary biology. He discusses his research on the relationships between different species and the development of new species over time. He also discusses his theories on the evolution of human beings and the role of natural selection in shaping the course of evolution.The second part of the book is a summary of Haeckel's ideas on evolution. He discusses the various mechanisms of evolution, including natural selection, genetic drift, and mutation. He also explores the relationship between evolution and ecology, and how the two are intertwined.Overall, Last Words on Evolution: A Popular Retrospect and Summary is a comprehensive overview of Haeckel's ideas on evolution. It is written in a clear and accessible style that makes it suitable for both scientists and laypeople alike.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.