Costa, James T.
Radical by Nature: The Revolutionary Life of Alfred Russel Wallace
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691233796
- author:
- Costa, James T.
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 552
- Dimensions:
- 24.1 x 16 x 4.6 centimetres (0.7
- Genre:
- Biography, Science & Technology, Science,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Alfred Russel Wallace was a naturalist whose life and work had a profound impact on our understanding of the world. This biography tells the story of his remarkable journey, from humble beginnings to his groundbreaking discoveries in science. Wallace's expeditions to remote regions of Asia and South America were marked by his tireless pursuit of new species and his bold ideas about evolution. His friendship with Charles Darwin was complex and multifaceted, and this book sheds light on their relationship. Through letters, notebooks, and journals, Wallace's life is revealed in all its complexity, including his devotion to social causes and his commitment to justice. A fascinating portrait of a thinker driven by passion for science and social justice, Radical by Nature offers a fresh perspective on one of the most important figures of the Victorian age.
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