On the Origin of Autonomy A New Look at the Major Transitions in Evolution

“The core of Rosslenbroich’s book is a
series of chapters examining the evolutionary trajectory of autonomy in more
detail, through the lenses of history and function. The depth of the treatment
of evidence is remarkable, his command of principles and facts of anatomy and
physiology enviable.” (Daniel W. McShea, Biology & Philosophy, Vol. 30 (3),
May, 2015)

“The volume explores the nature of biological autonomy and its application to understanding major evolutionary trends. … this is an important book that deserves to play a role in the reforming of an updated evolutionary synthesis; it will appeal to evolutionary biologists, philosophers of science, and even zoologists who will accordingly reconsider morphological, anatomical, physiological, and behavioral features of animal life in a new, dynamic context.” (Mark Riegner, The Quarterly Review of Biology, Vol. 90 (1), March, 2015)