More Letters of Charles Darwin — Volume 1 by Charles Darwin
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About this eBook
| Author | Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882 |
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| Editor | Darwin, Francis, Sir, 1848-1925 |
| Editor | Seward, A. C. (Albert Charles), 1863-1941 |
| Title |
More Letters of Charles Darwin — Volume 1
A Record of His Work in a Series of Hitherto Unpublished Letters |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Sue Asscher, and David Widger |
| Summary | "More Letters of Charles Darwin — Volume 1" by Charles Darwin is a collection of originally unpublished correspondences, compiled and edited in the early 20th century. The letters span Darwin's life from his early experiences to pivotal moments in his scientific work, primarily reflecting the mid-19th century. The content delves into his groundbreaking thoughts and interactions regarding evolution, geology, and botany, alongside personal anecdotes that illuminate his character and relationships. At the start of this volume, the editors introduce the intent behind compiling these letters, highlighting the significance of Darwin’s correspondence with notable contemporaries, such as Sir Joseph Hooker and Thomas Huxley. The opening sections offer an autobiographical fragment, where Darwin reflects on his early memories and formative experiences, followed by letters that provide insight into his initial forays into natural history while attending school. Using a mix of personal narrative and technical details of his work, the opening effectively sets the stage for a deeper understanding of Darwin’s life and his evolution as a scientist. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Evolution (Biology) |
| Subject | Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882 -- Correspondence |
| Subject | Naturalists -- Great Britain -- Correspondence |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 2739 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2001 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 23, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 261 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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