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On the origin of species by means of natural selection....Third edition with additions and corrections (Seventh thousand).
Publication Details
London: John Murray, 1861 CE.
Extensively revised, and the first edition to include the "historical sketch" crediting the historical precursors to the theory of evolution by natural selection. Darwin added this chapter in response to writings by Samuel Butler and others.
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| Catalog Metadata | Reference Information |
|---|---|
| Entry Number | #8915 |
| Permanent Link | https://staging.historyofmedicine.com/entry/11093 |
| Author Bio Link | Darwin Online ↗ |
| External URL | on-the-origin-of-species-by-means-of-natural-selectionthird-edition-with-additions-and-corrections-seventh-thousand |
Geographic Context
Publication place: London