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“we are always slow in admitting any great change of which we do not see the intermediate steps”

Book:The Annotated Origin: A Facsimile of the First Edition of On the Origin of Species

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The Annotated Origin: A Facsimile of the First Edition of On the Origin of Species

The facsimile accurately replicates the original first edition of Darwin's groundbreaking treatise, offering readers a detailed and authentic look at the first publication of his theory of evolution by natural selection. This volume includes annotations that provide historical context and scholarly insights into Darwin's work. more

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Charles Darwin

Charles Darwin, a British naturalist, is renowned as the founder of evolutionary biology. Born on February 12, 1809, in England, he passed away on April 19, 1882. Darwin is best known for his research on the theory of evolution, which proposed that species evolve through natural selection and survival of the fittest. more

“But I have had enough melodrama in this life, and would willingly give my five senses if they could ensure us our present peace and security. Happiness is not a possession to be prized, it is a quality of thought, a state of mind. Of course we have our moments of depression; but there are other moments too, when time, unmeasured by the clock, runs on into eternity and, catching his smile, I know we are together, we march in unison, no flash of thought or opinion makes a barrier between us.”

“If half an onion is black with rot, it is a rotten onion. A man is good or he is evil. (Melisandre of Asshai)”

Ifs Men Evil Black Half Rotten Onions Melisandre

Book:George R. R. Martin's A Game of Thrones 5-Book Boxed Set (Song of Ice and Fire Series): A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, A Feast for Crows, and and A Dance with Dragons

Source: George R. R. Martin's A Game of Thrones 5-Book Boxed Set (Song of Ice and Fire Series): A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, A Feast for Crows, and and A Dance with Dragons

“I mean, when I think about it, what's more important? Clothes - or the miracle of new life?”

Thinking Mean Important Clothes Miracle New Life

Author:Sophie Kinsella

“In any event, parents never underestimated the abilities of their own children. Quite the reverse. Sometimes it was well nigh impossible for a teacher to convince the proud father or mother that their beloved offspring was a complete nitwit.”