I 
Evolution Defined and Described. 
'HERE is no definition or in- 
A terpretation of evolution upon 
which there is general agreement 
among scientists, especially as to 
its scope, causes, factors, condi¬ 
tions and processes. 
Le Conte defines evolution as 
“ continuous progressive change, 
according to certain laws, by means 
of resident forces.’’ (“Evolution 
and Its Relation to Religious 
Thought,” p. 9.) In other words, 
evolution is the gradual, contin¬ 
uous and progressive development 
of all life in its present complex 
forms, including human life, from 
one or a few simple forms or mi¬ 
ll 
