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“A grain in the balance will determine which individual shall live and which shall die - which variety or species shall increase in number, and which shall decrease, or finally become extinct.”

Book:On the Origin of Species: By Means of Natural Selection Or the Preservation of Favored Races in the Struggle for Life

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On the Origin of Species: By Means of Natural Selection Or the Preservation of Favored Races in the Struggle for Life

This book is a comprehensive exploration of the principles of evolution, detailing how species change over time through the process of natural selection. It is widely regarded as one of the most influential scientific works of the 19th century, fundamentally altering our understanding of life on Earth. 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

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Book:The Outlander Series Bundle: Books 5, 6, 7, and 8: The Fiery Cross, A Breath of Snow and Ashes, An Echo in the Bone, Written in My Own Heart's Blood

Source: The Outlander Series Bundle: Books 5, 6, 7, and 8: The Fiery Cross, A Breath of Snow and Ashes, An Echo in the Bone, Written in My Own Heart's Blood

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Author:Frank Lautenberg

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