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Holism and Evolution is a philosophical treatise written by South African statesman and philosopher Jan Christian Smuts. The book was first published in 1926 and explores the concept of holism, which Smuts defines as the idea that everything in the universe is interconnected and therefore cannot be understood in isolation. Smuts argues that holism is not just a philosophical idea, but an essential aspect of the natural world. He explores the concept of holism in relation to evolution, arguing that the evolution of the universe is not a series of isolated events, but rather a continuous process of growth and development. The book also delves into the relationship between holism and science, arguing that scientific knowledge is limited by its reductionist approach, which seeks to understand complex systems by breaking them down into their constituent parts. Smuts argues that a holistic approach is necessary to fully understand the natural world. Overall, Holism and Evolution is a thought-provoking exploration of the interconnectedness of the universe and the importance of taking a holistic approach to understanding it.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.