darwin, charles

This fictionalized interview, based on his own writings and historical facts, gives us a glimpse of how Darwin would have answered the questions we have for him today. Learn how Darwin's life shaped his work and find out Darwin's views on education, science, religion, and more.

Chronicles the life and career of Charles Darwin, describing his childhood in early-nineteenth-century England, his beginnings in science, his voyage of discovery on the "Beagle," the publication of "On the Origin of Species," and the flawed "The Descent of Man," which was used to support the eugenics movement and Social Darwinism.

Retraces Charles Darwin's expeditions to the Galapagos Islands, offering insights into Darwin's theory of evolution, and includes full-color and black-and-white photographs and line drawings.

Collects the letters of Charles Darwin, in chronological order, which he sent and received during his trip aboard the "Beagle," chronicling his landing on his first tropical island, observation of an earthquake's destruction, and arrival at the Galapagos Islands, where he collected many specimens which led to the development of his theories.

A comprehensive biography of Charles Darwin, providing manuscripts, unpublished family correspondence, and diaries that describe how his anti-slavery stand influenced his obsession with human origins.

Examines the life of naturalist Charles Darwin, discussing his development of the theory of evolution and the resulting controversy.

A collection of essays that explore how philosophy has been influenced by the scientific theory of Darwinism.

Presents an introduction to the major insights and arguments of Charles Darwin, and discusses the significance of his work for the development of modern science and culture.

Describes Darwin's eight years studying barnacles from around the world, and discusses this endeavor's influence upon "On the Origin of Species.".

Chronicles the experiences Charles Darwin had during the years he spent sailing around the world on the HMS Beagle, focusing on how his travels helped him develop his scientific theories.