| Author |
Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882 |
| Editor |
Darwin, Francis, Sir, 1848-1925 |
| Title |
Life and Letters of Charles Darwin — Volume 1
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Life_and_Letters_of_Charles_Darwin
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Sue Asscher and David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Life and Letters of Charles Darwin — Volume 1" by Charles Darwin, edited by his son Francis Darwin, is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work compiles the personal letters and autobiographical reflections of one of history's most significant figures in natural science, providing insights into Darwin's character, family background, and the development of his groundbreaking theories. The opening portion of the volume sets the stage for a detailed exploration of Darwin's life, beginning with the family history of the Darwins and the significant accomplishments of his ancestors. It includes insights into Darwin's upbringing, his relationship with his father, and the early signs of his passion for natural history. The narrative details Darwin’s experiences at various schools, his early fascination with collecting specimens, and the formative influences on his education before he embarked on the pivotal voyage of the Beagle. The preface and introduction highlight the meticulous arrangement of the letters, aiming to illuminate both Darwin's personal and professional life, capturing the essence of a man driven by a thirst for knowledge and an earnest desire to understand the natural world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
QH: Science: Natural history
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| Subject |
Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882
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| Subject |
Naturalists -- Great Britain -- Correspondence
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| Subject |
Naturalists -- Great Britain -- Biography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2087 |
| Release Date |
Feb 1, 2000 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 23, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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