Many historical ?gures have their lives and works shrouded in myth, both in life and long after their deaths. Charles Darwin (1809-82) is no exception to this phenomenon and his hero-worship has become an accepted narrative. This concise, accessible and engaging collection unpacks this narrative to rehumanize Darwin's story and establish what it meant to be a 'genius' in the Victorian context. Leading Darwin scholars have come together to argue that, far from being a lonely genius in an ivory tower, Darwin had fortune, diligence and - crucially - community behind him. The aims of this essential work are twofold. First, to set the historical record straight, debunking the most pervasive myths and correcting falsehoods. Second, to provide a deeper understanding of the nature of science itself, relevant to historians, scientists and the public alike.
| ISBN: | 9781009375702 |
| Publication date: | 30th June 2024 |
| Author: | Kostas Kampourakis |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 334 pages |
| Genres: |
History of science History of ideas Biology, life sciences |