Lester Frank Ward byl americký sociolog, který se věnoval botanice a paleontologii. Jeho práce v sociologii se soustředila na sociální pokrok a evoluci. Ward byl průkopníkem v pochopení společnosti jako dynamického organismu. Jeho sociologické myšlení ovlivnilo mnoho dalších badatelů.
First published in 1882, this influential work by sociologist Lester Frank Ward made the case for a scientific approach to the study of society. Ward argued that sociology, like other sciences, should be based on empirical observation and experimentation. Drawing on examples from American society and politics, he demonstrated how sociology could provide insights into social problems and help guide public policy. A classic text of social science.
This groundbreaking study of the geographical distribution of fossil plants sheds new light on the evolution and migration patterns of plant species over millions of years. Ward's meticulous research and detailed analysis make this book a must-have for any serious student of paleobotany.