Publisher's Synopsis
""Charles Darwin"" by Geoffrey West is a biography of the famous naturalist and scientist who revolutionized the way we understand the origins and development of life on Earth. The book chronicles Darwin's life, from his childhood in England to his groundbreaking research on the Galapagos Islands and his eventual publication of ""On the Origin of Species."" West explores Darwin's personal life, relationships, and struggles with illness and doubt, as well as his scientific contributions and the controversies they sparked. The book also delves into the social and intellectual context of Darwin's time, shedding light on the broader cultural and scientific movements that influenced his work. Overall, ""Charles Darwin"" provides a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of the most influential figures in modern science.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.
