Chapter 11

_SPECIFIC GENESIS._

Review of the statements and arguments of preceding chapters.--Cumulative argument against predominant action of "Natural Selection."--Whether anything positive as well as negative can be enunciated.--Constancy of laws of nature does not necessarily imply constancy of specific evolution.--Possible exceptional stability of existing epoch.--Probability that an internal cause of change exists.--Innate powers somewhere must be accepted.--Symbolism of molecular action under vibrating impulses. Professor Owen's statement.--Statement of the Author's view.--It avoids the difficulties which oppose "Natural Selection."--It harmonizes apparently conflicting conceptions.--Summary and conclusion ... _Page_ 220 [Page xii]