Ernst Heinrich Philipp August Haeckel
De Wereldraadselen (The World Riddles) by Ernst Haeckel, originally published in 1899 as Die Welträtsel, explores the profound questions surrounding the nature of the universe and humanity’s place within it. Haeckel, a renowned biologist and philosopher, presents his monistic view of the cosmos, blending scientific inquiry with philosophical speculation. This work delves into themes of evolution, cosmology, and the relationship between science and religion. Haeckel’s accessible writing style made ’De Wereldraadselen’ a widely discussed and influential work, sparking both enthusiasm and controversy among readers. This Dutch translation offers a valuable window into the intellectual debates of the early 20th century, showcasing Haeckel’s enduring impact on scientific thought and philosophical discourse.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.