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Darwin's Grandpa and the Art of Sex Appeal
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
Darwin's Dilemma and Pottery Passion
This chapter examines Darwin's puzzlement over the peacock's tail and the influence of his grandfather, Erasmus Darwin, on his thoughts about natural selection. It also narrates the journey of a skilled potter who overcame personal challenges to innovate in pottery while intertwining his life and business with family and success.
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