The Origin of Species remains one of the most readable and accessible books of the great scientific literature. Based on Charles DarwinÆs observations as a naturalist during a five-year voyage aboard H.M.S. Beagle, it sets forth the radical theory of evolution and natural selection that challenged contemporary belief about divine providence and the immutability of species and continues to stir emotions even today. A landmark contribution to philosophical and scientific thought, this edition also includes an introductory historical sketch and a glossary Darwin later added to the original text.

460 pages.
Hardcover.
9 1/4" x 6 1/4".