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In Our Time

Darwin: The Voyage of the Beagle

Jan 6, 2009
42:48
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Experts Jim Moore, Steve Jones, and David Norman discuss Darwin's voyage on the Beagle, his observations in South America, the influence of giant sloths on his theory of evolution, his relationship with Grant, and the personal struggles and secrecy surrounding his groundbreaking ideas.
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Quick takeaways

  • Darwin's observations of nature during the Beagle voyage influenced his developing theories.
  • Darwin's witnessing of an earthquake and volcanic eruption led him to question Earth's geology and life diversity.

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Charles Darwin's Adventure on the Beagle

Charles Darwin embarked on a transformative voyage on the HMS Beagle, where he endured seasickness and challenging conditions. The cramped ship, Fitzroy as the captain, and numerous men aged late teens to early 20s, made for a challenging journey. Darwin's observations of nature, from primordial forests to marine life, influenced his developing ideas.

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