Moorehead, Alan

Hardcover

First Edition 

DARWIN HISTORY

Alan Moorehead's writing is superb. Clear, easy to read, and beautifully written. The book is lavishly illustrated with contemporary (1830's) drawings and paintings. These add immeasurably to the pleasure of reading and to a full comprehension of the voyage. It really gives the feel of the trip as well as focusing on how Darwin developed during this supremely important five-year expedition

Colourful narrative of Darwins voyage on board HMS Beagle. A golden age of zoological, botanical and topographical discoveries. Previous owners name on front fep as well as blindstamped on front prelims. Some foxing to front and rear prelims. 280 Pages.

Publisher: Hamish Hamilton
Date Published: 1969
Publication Place: London