Ebook: On the origin of autonomy: a new look at the major transitions in evolution

What is the outcome of evolution? -- The problem of macroevolutionary trends -- The concept of biological autonomy -- The major transitions in early evolution -- The Cambrian explosion and thereafter -- Fluid management in animals -- Reproduction -- Nervous systems and the flexibility of movements -- Endothermy -- The evolution of brains and behavior : is there a trend? -- The evolution of man -- Conclusion and implications.