Darwin

"Darwin" by Gamaliel Bradford is a biographical work that illuminates the life of Charles Darwin and his monumental influence on scientific understanding. The biography chronicles Darwin's development as a naturalist, highlighting his innate drive to meticulously observe the natural world. It recounts key periods of his life, from his early influences to his pivotal voyage on the HMS Beagle, and also addresses the health challenges he faced. Bradford illustrates how these diverse aspects influenced Darwin’s thinking, forming the bedrock of his revolutionary theories on evolution and natural selection and demonstrating how his scientific contributions were intertwined with his personal experiences and human qualities.