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On The Origin Of Species by Charles Darwin Folio Society Natural History Book

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On The Origin Of Species by Charles Darwin Folio Society Natural History Book

On The Origin Of Species - By Means Of Natural Selection Or The Preservation Of Favored Races In The Struggle For Life
By Charles Darwin
Published by The Folio Society: London 2010
With Slipcase

" On the Origin of Species is one of the most influential books ever published, forever changing humanity's understanding of the natural world. First issued in 1859, Charles Darwin's groundbreaking work presented the theory of evolution by natural selection, arguing that species gradually change over immense periods of time as individuals best adapted to their environments survive and reproduce. Drawing upon decades of meticulous observation, experimentation and evidence gathered during and after the voyage of HMS Beagle, Darwin's work revolutionised biology and laid the foundations of modern evolutionary science. Its impact extended well beyond science, profoundly influencing philosophy, religion and society, and it remains one of the defining intellectual achievements of the nineteenth century.

This handsome Folio Society edition, published in London in 2010, presents Darwin's classic text in the fine press tradition for which the Folio Society is renowned. Introduced by the distinguished Darwin scholar Richard Keynes, the volume is beautifully printed and lavishly illustrated with a selection of contemporary natural history artwork, botanical studies and zoological plates that complement Darwin's observations. Elegantly bound with a striking pictorial design inspired by the diversity of life celebrated within its pages and housed in its original protective slipcase, this edition combines exceptional production quality with enduring readability.

An ideal edition for both collectors and readers, this Folio Society publication captures the significance of Darwin's masterpiece in a format worthy of its place among the greatest works of scientific literature. Presented here as an unmarked copy complete with its original slipcase, it offers a superb opportunity to acquire one of the Folio Society's finest modern productions, appealing equally to collectors of Darwiniana, natural history, science, and finely crafted illustrated books. "

Light wear to sleeve. Covers are clean. Very light scratch to outer spine as shown. Pages are clean and well presented. A nice copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 26cm x 19cm x 5.5cm (sleeve dimensions) - 415 Pages

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Condition: Very good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["Illustrated", "Sleeve"]
Region: Europe
Subject: Natural History
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Light wear to sleeve. Covers are clean. Very light scratch to outer spine as shown. Pages are clean and well presented. A nice copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Charles Darwin
Publisher: The Folio Society: London
Year Printed: 2010
Sub-subject: Charles Darwin