Costa, James T.
Darwin's Backyard
- ISBN 13:
- 9780393239898
- author:
- Costa, James T.
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- WW Norton & Co
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 464
- Dimensions:
- 23.88 x 16.51 x 3.81 centimetres
- Genre:
- Biography, Science & Technology, Science,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Charles Darwin's Backyard: A Journey Through Experimentation and Discovery In this fascinating biography, James T. Costa delves into the life of Charles Darwin, revealing him as a nimble experimenter who tested his groundbreaking theory of evolution through hands-on experiments in his own backyard. From porcupine quills to carnivorous plants, Darwin's home became a laboratory where he engaged family members, friends, and neighbors as assistants in his investigations. Costa takes readers on a journey from Darwin's childhood to his later years at Down House, where he conducted an astonishing array of experiments that shed light on the laws of nature. This unique glimpse into Darwin's life offers a fresh perspective on the evolution of his ideas and the man behind them. By exploring Darwin's personal life, including his enduring marriage, chronic illness, and scientific revelation, Costa provides a nuanced portrait of a complex individual who was both an enthusiastic correspondent and an incorrigible observer.
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