Publisher's Synopsis
The Life and Letters of Charles Darwin V2 is a biographical book about the famous naturalist and scientist, Charles Darwin. This book is the second volume of a two-part series that provides an in-depth look at Darwin's life and his contributions to the field of evolutionary biology. The book is written by Darwin himself and includes a collection of his personal letters, which offer a unique insight into his thoughts, beliefs, and experiences. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including his scientific research, his family life, and his personal struggles and triumphs. The book also includes a detailed biography of Darwin's life, from his early childhood to his later years. It covers his education, his early career as a naturalist, and his groundbreaking work on the theory of evolution. The book also explores the controversies and challenges that Darwin faced during his lifetime, including criticism from the religious establishment and the scientific community. Overall, The Life and Letters of Charles Darwin V2 is an essential read for anyone interested in the life and work of this influential scientist. It provides a comprehensive and engaging portrait of Darwin's life and legacy, and offers a unique perspective on his groundbreaking scientific discoveries.1897. Part Two of Two Including an Autobiographical Chapter. Darwin the British naturalist who became famous for his theories of evolution and natural selection. Darwin's letters offers a fascinating window into his daily life experience. His son writes in the preface: In choosing letters for publication I have been largely guided by the wish to illustrate my father's personal character. But his life was so essentially one of work, that a history of the man could not be written without following closely the career of the author. Thus it comes about that the chief part of the book falls into chapters whose titles correspond to the names of his books. The letters dating from his early years at Edinburgh University to the publication of The Origin of the Species in 1859, they chart the most exciting years of Darwin's life, including the voyage of the Beagle and the subsequent findings that led to his theory of natural selection. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417930608.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.