The Life and Letters of Charles Darwin, Volume II: including an Autobiographical Chapter - Softcover

Darwin, Charles

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1646794346 ISBN 13: 9781646794348

Publisher: Cosimo Classics, 1887

Synopsis

"If we choose to let conjecture run wild, then animals, our fellow brethren in pain, disease, death, suffering and famine-our slaves in the most laborious works, our companions in our amusements-they may partake from our origin in one common ancestor-we may be all melted together." -Charles Darwin, The Life and Letters of Charles Darwin, Volume II (1896)

The Life and Letters of Charles Darwin, Volume II (1896) is a compilation of letters written by Darwin, as well as an autobiographical chapter intended less for publication and more to inform his children and grandchildren. The second volume focuses on the foundations, growth, and writing of The Origin of Species. This glimpse into Darwin's early years as a naturalist and his family life is a must read for all who love science and history.

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About the Author

CHARLES DARWIN (1809-1882), English scientist, naturalist, and geologist, revolutionized science, especially biology, with his theory of evolution through natural selection. As a passenger aboard the Beagle, Darwin became intrigued by the existence of different species in different geographical locations, which aided in the development of his theory. In addition to The Origin of Species, he is also remembered for The Voyage of the Beagle, and The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cosimo Classics
• Publication date: 1887
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1646794346
• ISBN 13: 9781646794348
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 576