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"We have many local heroes; we have only one world changer. His name was Charles Darwin." Andrew Marr, BBC Greatest Britons

Everyone has heard of Darwinism, but few are familiar with Darwin the Man. Here we have the story of his life as told by the man himself.

Charles Darwin’s autobiographical recollections were written for his children - without any thought that they would ever be published - and reveal a humble man who preferred the companionship and counsel of his family to that of the eminent scientists who surrounded him.

This gentle self-portrait provides a unique insight into the beliefs and principles of the moral man whose theories on evolution shook the foundations of traditional religion.

Presented in a beautiful format, the Autobiography of Charles Darwin also includes ‘Reminiscences of My Father’s Everyday Life’, by Sir Francis Darwin, exploring Charles Darwin’s views on religion.

It is the perfect gift for anyone interested in the life of one of the giants of science.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #137701 in Books
• Published on: 2008-01-28
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 92 pages

Customer Reviews

a small gem of a book
The lay-out (small pocket size) is a little gem to have and hold in your hand, it is nice to have it in your jacket available anytime to wander mentally into the exceptional personality of Mr. Darwin and his very 'personal feelings'. The content of the book is above critizism of course !!, i.e. the strikingly emotional and sensitive words of the master-genius himself on his life in good and bad times, with additional descriptions and comments by his son, esp. on life at home with 'dad' !
But be warned, as far as content is concerned, this is an edited version by his son which is not the uncensurized version of Darwin's autobiography...
For that you have to buy the book of Nora Barlow where all 'contested' paragraphs (censured out in Victorian times)are included. However no books or letters on or by Charles Darwin should be overlooked, if presented in such a beautiful handy lay-out...!