Charles Darwin letter : ALS, 1877 Aug. 25.

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Charles Darwin letter : ALS, 1877 Aug. 25.

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Letter written from Down, Beckham, in Kent, England, to someone representing the California State Geological Society, which had recently named Darwin a corresponding member.

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Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882

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Charles Robert Darwin was born on February 12, 1809 in Shrewsbury, England. His father, Robert Waring Darwin (1766-1848), was a physician, the son of Erasmus Darwin (1731-1802), a poet, philosopher, and naturalist. Robert established a successful medical practice in Shrewsbury where he was known for his kindness extended to the poor. He was financially quite successful and willing to support his sons in their various endeavors. Although not a prolific writer, he was elected to the Royal Society ...