The Life and Letters of Charles Darwin V2 - Charles Darwin - Bog

The Life and Letters of Charles Darwin V2 is a book that provides a comprehensive account of the life and work of Charles Darwin. This volume is the second part of a two-volume set and covers the period from 1851 to 1860. The book is written by Charles Darwin himself and includes his personal letters, as well as letters from his family, friends, and colleagues. The book begins with Darwin's return to England after his famous voyage on the HMS Beagle, and his subsequent move to Down House in Kent. It covers his continued work on the theory of evolution, including the publication of his groundbreaking book, On the Origin of Species. The book also delves into Darwin's personal life, including his marriage to his cousin Emma Wedgwood and the birth of their children. Throughout the book, readers will gain insight into Darwin's scientific process, as well as his personal struggles and triumphs. The letters included in the book offer a glimpse into the social and intellectual milieu of the time, and shed light on the important scientific and cultural debates of the day. Overall, The Life and Letters of Charles Darwin V2 is an important historical document that provides a fascinating look into the life and work of one of the most influential scientists of all time. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, evolution, or the life of Charles Darwin.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.