"The theory of evolution is one of the most important scientific ideas to come out of the nineteenth century. This biography of Charles Darwin tells about the quiet naturalist who sparked a storm with this theory. Hiws ideas opened up a whole new way of thinking about the diversity and adaptations of living things" --Cover, p. 4.

Originally published as: Charles Darwin: Naturalist in 2008.

Famous birthday -- School days -- In search of a career -- The great adventure -- Land of fire -- The enchanted isles -- Emma -- Barnacles on the brain -- The origin of species -- The great debate -- Evolution in the fast lane -- Activities -- Chronology.