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Darwin’s Theory At 100 Years Grandson Reflects
A grandson discusses Darwin’s theory of natural selection and its impact, tracing the shift from belief in fixed species to a mechanism explaining evolution. The piece notes Wallace’s parallel paper, Lyell’s introduction, Mendel’s later rediscovery, and the ongoing debate shaping thought on inheritance and future prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Becaus
Wallace
Natural History of
Malaya
Barney
Charles Lyell
Linnaean Society
Darwin
Beagle
Mendel