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Informationen zum Autor Charles Robert Darwin, (12 February 1809 - 19 April 1882) was an English naturalist, geologist and biologist, best known for his contributions to the science of evolution. His proposition that all species of life have descended over time from common ancestors is now widely accepted, and considered a foundational concept in science. In a joint publication with Alfred Russel Wallace, he introduced his scientific theory that this branching pattern of evolution resulted from a process that he called natural selection, in which the struggle for existence has a similar effect to the artificial selection involved in selective breeding. Darwin's early interest in nature led him to neglect his medical education at the University of Edinburgh; instead, he helped to investigate marine invertebrates. Studies at the University of Cambridge (Christ's College) encouraged his passion for natural science. His five-year voyage on HMS Beagle established him as an eminent geologist whose observations and theories supported Charles Lyell's conception of gradual geological change, and publication of his journal of the voyage made him famous as a popular author.Puzzled by the geographical distribution of wildlife and fossils he collected on the voyage, Darwin began detailed investigations, and in 1838 conceived his theory of natural selection. Although he discussed his ideas with several naturalists, he needed time for extensive research and his geological work had priority. He was writing up his theory in 1858 when Alfred Russel Wallace sent him an essay that described the same idea, prompting immediate joint publication of both of their theories. Darwin's work established evolutionary descent with modification as the dominant scientific explanation of diversification in nature. Darwin has been described as one of the most influential figures in human history, and he was honoured by burial in Westminster Abbey. A three-volume life of Charles Darwin, published five years after his death, and edited by his son. This book, the third of three-volumes detailing the life of Charles Darwin was edited by his son. It includes an autobiographical essay which Charles Darwin wrote with a view to informing his children and grandchildren, rather than for publication. This account of Darwin the man has never been bettered. Inhaltsverzeichnis 1. The spread of evolution 'Variation of Animals and Plants' 1863-1866; 2. The publication of the 'Variation of Animals and Plants under Domestication' January 1867-June 1868; 3. Work on 'Man' 1864-1870; 4. The publication of the 'Descent of Man', the 'Expression of the Emotions' 1871-1873; 5. Miscellanea, including second editions of 'Coral Reefs', the 'Descent of Man' and the 'Variation of Animals and Plants' 1874-1875; 6. Miscellaneous letters 1876-1882; 7. Fertilisation on flowers 1839-1880; 8. The 'Effects of Cross- and Self-Fertilisation in the Vegetable Kingdom' 1866-1877; 9. 'Different Forms of Flowers on Plants of the Same Species' 1860-1878; 10. Climbing and insectivorous plants 1863-1875; 11. The 'Power of Movement in Plants' 1878-1881; 12. Miscellaneous botanical letters 1873-1882; 13. Conclusion; Appendices....
