Charles Darwin is arguably one of the most famous and influential historical figures within the past 200 years. As a naturalist, geologist and adventurer, Darwin has enthralled the both the world of yesterday and the world of today. Ever since the publication of his book, "On the Origin of Species”, detailing his Theory of Evolution, Darwin’s writings have been the subject of great debate, with hundreds of books being written in response.
Darwin’s writing did not just end with one book, however. While "The Descent of Man” goes into greater detail about his theory of Natural Selection, Darwin’s other works involve marine biology, geology and botany. Darwin’s writings are still admired and used today in these fields.
St. Mary’s Books and Prints is very pleased to be able to offer you the exciting opportunity to own an early edition of one of Darwin’s books. Hold in your hands the very book that some of Darwin’s first reader’s would have held! Turn the very same pages that would have been turned one hundred years ago!
Charles Darwin. The Variation of Animals and Plants Under Domestication (2 Volumes Complete). London: John Murray, 1890. Second Edition, Revised. 8vo. H. Back. Very Good Vol. I: 473pp. With 43 illustrations. Vol. II: 495pp. Bound in uniform green cloth. Publisher's original binding. Bright gilt lettering to spines. Blind stamp tooling to upper and lower boards. Minor shelf wear to top and tail of spine and corners. Very light browning to page edges. A wonderful set. Bindings tight. In excellent condition. (060425) £250.00
Buried in Westminster Abbey, near Sir Isaac Newton, Darwin is undeniable that he was one of the greatest scientists of all time. Whether his Theory of Evolution is to be believed or not, Darwin was nevertheless a remarkable man, artist and writer.
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