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“Nothing could have been worse for the development of my mind than Dr. Butler's school, as it was strictly classical, nothing else being taught, except a little ancient geography and history. The school as a means of education to me was simply a blank. During my whole life I have been singularly incapable of mastering any language. Especial attention was paid to versemaking, and this I could never do well. I had many friends, and got together a good collection of old verses, which by patching together, sometimes aided by other boys, I could work into any subject.”

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Book:Life and Letters of Charles Darwin: the Evolution
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Life and Letters of Charles Darwin: the Evolution

This book offers an in-depth look into the life and correspondence of Charles Darwin, focusing on his development and dissemination of the theory of evolution by natural selection. It includes personal insights, scientific discussions, and reflections on his work and its impact on society. 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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