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The Voyage of the Beagle

Book • 1839

The Voyage of the Beagle is a detailed account of Charles Darwin's five-year journey aboard the HMS Beagle.

The book chronicles his travels around the world, particularly in South America, the Galapagos Islands, and other regions.

It includes his observations on natural history, geology, and anthropology, which significantly influenced his later development of the theory of evolution by natural selection.

The journal is a vivid travel memoir and a scientific field journal, showcasing Darwin's keen powers of observation and his encounters with diverse ecosystems and species.

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Adam Rutherford

Mentioned in 4 episodes

Mentioned by

Carl Pullein

as an example of a journal from a historical figure.

Does Journaling Help You Be More Productive?

Mentioned by

Adam Rutherford

as Charles Darwin's best book, highlighting its personal narrative.

The status of Science

Mentioned by

John Hempton

as someone he'd like to have dinner with, citing his impact on biology and science.

The Long (and Short) of It, featuring John Hempton from Bronte Capital

Mentioned by

Tom Holland

as the author of the book about his voyage on the Beagle.

12 Days: Port wine and Darwin sets sail

Mentioned by

Robert Lamb

as a source describing penitentes, ice formations in the Andes.

From the Vault: Strange Ice, Part 1

Mentioned by

Robert Lamb

when discussing the Galapagos marine iguana's salt-sneezing behavior.

The Monstrefact Omnibus: D&D Monsters

Mentioned by

Robert Lamb

while discussing theories of atoll formation.

From the Vault: The Sunken Lands, Part 3

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