The Autobiography of Charles Darwin by Charles Darwin

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Author Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882
Editor Darwin, Francis, Sir, 1848-1925
Title The Autobiography of Charles Darwin
Note Reading ease score: 61.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Sue Asscher
Summary "The Autobiography of Charles Darwin" by Charles Darwin is a historical account written in the late 19th century, reflecting on the life and thoughts of one of the most influential scientists in history. The book covers Darwin's early life, education, and the development of his ideas that led to groundbreaking contributions to natural science, particularly his theory of evolution through natural selection. The opening portion of the work provides insights into Darwin's formative years, tracing his early memories, family life, and education. It highlights significant events, such as the impact of his mother’s death and his initial struggles with formal education, which he found lacking in engaging scientific content. Through anecdotes, Darwin reveals his childhood interests in natural history and collecting, indicating the seeds of curiosity that eventually blossomed into his revolutionary scientific inquiries. He discusses his interactions with peers and mentors, setting the stage for his later work on the HMS Beagle and the formative experiences that shaped his inquiries into the natural world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QH: Science: Natural history
Subject Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882
Subject Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882. On the origin of species
Subject Naturalists -- Great Britain -- Biography
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EBook-No. 2010
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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