The Method by Which the Causes of the Present and Past Conditions of Organic Nature Are to Be Discovered; the Origination of Living Beings: Lecture III. (of VI.), "Lectures to Working Men", at the Museum of Practical Geology, 1863, on Darwin's Work: "Origin of Species"

Author: Huxley, Thomas Henry

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In this captivating lecture, Thomas Henry Huxley delves into the fascinating world of Charles Darwin's groundbreaking work, "Origin of Species." Speaking to a diverse audience of working men at the Museum of Practical Geology, Huxley explores the method by which the causes of present and past conditions of organic nature can be discovered. With eloquence and clarity, he discusses the origination of living beings, shedding light on the intricate web of life and the processes that have shaped it. This thought-provoking lecture offers a glimpse into the revolutionary ideas that challenged traditional beliefs and forever changed our understanding of the natural world.

Genres: Non-fiction, Science, Lecture

Themes: Evolution, Natural selection, Scientific inquiry

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