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Darwin: On the Origins of Charles Darwin
In Our Time
Darwin's Transition: From Beetle Collector to Naturalist
The chapter explores Charles Darwin's early life, focusing on his transition from a beetle collector to an entomologist and how his observations of insects influenced his future theories on evolution. It discusses his upbringing, education at Cambridge University, struggles with religion, and the intellectual influences that shaped his ideologies. Darwin's passion for collecting beetles, his rivalry with fellow collectors, and the pivotal moments that set the stage for his groundbreaking work on evolution are vividly depicted.
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