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“To conclude, therefore, let no man out of a weak conceit of sobriety, or an ill-applied moderation, think or maintain, that a man can search too far or be too well studied in the book of God's word, or in the book of God's works; divinity or philosophy; but rather let men endeavour an endless progress or proficience in both."—Bacon: "Advancement of Learning".”

Quote by Charles Darwin

Work

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

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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