Alfred Russel Wallace: Letters and Reminiscences, Vol. 2 by Wallace and Marchant
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"Alfred Russel Wallace: Letters and Reminiscences, Vol. 2" by James Marchant is a collection of letters and personal reflections written during the late 19th to early 20th century. This work offers insights into the life and thoughts of Alfred Russel Wallace, co-discoverer of the theory of evolution by natural selection, and details his correspondence with other prominent figures in science, including Charles Darwin. The collection primarily explores Wallace's scientific endeavors, personal correspondences,
and broader views on biology and natural phenomena. The opening of this volume sets the stage by introducing Wallace's significant contributions to biological sciences, particularly his work on geographical distribution and natural selection. It reflects on his productive exchanges with contemporaries like Darwin and details the evolution of their ideas and respective projects. This section emphasizes Wallace's unique position in the scientific community, showcasing his dedication to science alongside complex social and philosophical reflections. As readers delve into the collection, they witness a vivid portrait of a pivotal figure in natural history and the camaraderie and intellectual debates that shaped modern evolutionary thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Wallace, Alfred Russel, 1823-1913 |
|---|---|
| Author | Marchant, James, Sir, 1867-1956 |
| Title | Alfred Russel Wallace: Letters and Reminiscences, Vol. 2 |
| Credits |
Produced by Digital & Multimedia Center, Michigan State University Libraries., Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Josephine Paolucci, Joshua Hutchinson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Wallace, Alfred Russel, 1823-1913 |
| Subject | Naturalists -- Correspondence |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 15998 |
| Release Date | Jun 7, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 686 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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