Large Print - The Origin of Species, Volume 1 of 2 - with Index - Grand Type Collector's Edition - Matte Hardcover with Dust Jacket

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Volume One of Two

Born in 1809 in Shrewsbury, England, Charles Darwin grew from an inquisitive student of medicine and theology into one of history's most transformative scientific thinkers. His passion for the natural world led him to join the HMS Beagle on a five-year voyage around the globe, where he observed diverse species, collected specimens, and recorded insights that would reshape humanity's understanding of life. These experiences planted the seeds of a revolutionary idea-one that challenged long-held beliefs about nature and creation.

In 1859, Darwin published The Origin of Species, introducing his groundbreaking theory of evolution by natural selection. Arguing that species evolve gradually and that those best adapted are most likely to survive and reproduce, Darwin presented a unifying explanation for the diversity of life. Though controversial at first, his work transformed biology, influenced countless scientific fields, and laid the foundation for modern evolutionary science. Darwin's legacy endures as one of the cornerstones of human knowledge.