“The love of experiment was very strong in him [Charles Darwin], and I can remember the way he would say, "I shan't be easy till I have tried it," as if an outside force were driving him. He enjoyed experimenting much more than work which only entailed reasoning, and when he was engaged on one of his books which required argument and the marshalling of facts, he felt experimental work to be a rest or holiday.”
Quote by Francis Darwin
Work
The Life and Letters of Charles Darwin: Including an Autobiographical Chapter
This book presents a detailed look at the correspondence and personal reflections of Charles Darwin, highlighting his scientific endeavors and personal experiences, providing a rich context for understanding his theories and the development of his ideas. more
Author
Francis Darwin
Francis Darwin was a British botanist recognized for his contributions to plant physiology and genetics. As the son of the famous naturalist Charles Darwin, he followed in his father's footsteps in scientific inquiry. His research focused on the inheritance of traits in plants, significantly advancing the understanding of plant genetics and evolutionary biology. more
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