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Charles Darwin (1809-1882): 1831-1836: Voyage of the HMS Beagle
Charles Darwin embarked on a five-year voyage aboard the HMS Beagle as a naturalist. During this expedition, Darwin observed and collected specimens from various regions, including the Galapagos Islands. His observations of different species and their adaptations to specific environments laid the foundation for his later work on evolution.
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Charles Darwin (1809-1882): Publication of "On the Origin of Species"
Darwin's most influential work, "On the Origin of Species," was published in 1859. In this book, he presented the theory of evolution by natural selection. Darwin argued that species evolve over time through a process of variation, heredity, and differential survival of individuals with advantageous traits. This theory challenged the prevailing belief in special creation and provided a scientific explanation for the diversity of life.
Darwin, Charles. On the Origin of Species. 1859. -
Charles Darwin (1809-1882): Publication of "The Descent of Man"
In "The Descent of Man," Darwin extended his theory of evolution to human beings. He proposed that humans share a common ancestry with other primates and that natural selection also shaped human traits and behavior. Darwin's ideas on human evolution were controversial at the time and sparked debates on topics such as race, morality, and the relationship between science and religion.
Darwin, Charles. The Descent of Man. 1871. -
Charles Darwin (1809-1882): Publication of "The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals"
In this book, Darwin explored the universality of emotional expressions across different species, including humans. He argued that emotional expressions are innate and serve adaptive purposes. Darwin's work on emotions laid the groundwork for the study of evolutionary psychology and influenced fields such as anthropology, psychology, and neuroscience.
Darwin, Charles. The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals. 1872.