<p>In "Degeneration: A Chapter in Darwinism," Sir E. Ray Lankester explores the darker facets of evolutionary theory, particularly the phenomenon of degeneration as it pertains to species' adaptability. Lankester's prose marries scientific rigor with literary elegance, encapsulating complex ideas in an engaging manner. By situating degeneration within the broader framework of Darwinian thought, he reflects on its implications for biological and s...