Erasmus Darwin
Desmond King-Hele
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Erasmus Darwin
Published
1963
Publisher
Macmillan
Pages
183
Description
This study of Erasmus Darwin (1731-1802) brings from semi-obscurity a man who was anything but obscure in his own day. Famous as the finest doctor of his time, a best-selling poet, and a prolific inventor, he also propounded many scientific theories, most notably that of evolution. Concerning this, C. D. Darlington in his biography of Charles Darwin wrote: "A convincing argument appeared for the first time ... in the work of Darwin's grandfather at the end of the eighteenth century." A prophet even with honor in his own country, he was while he lived compared to Da Vinci and the contemporary Goethe. Mr. King-Hele writes vividly, reviewing Dr. Darwin's achievements and assessing his significance for our times. He also examines his personality, his chief literary works, and his influence on the great Romantic poets and the first and most famous piece of science fiction, Mary Shelley's Frankenstein.--Dust jacket.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Erasmus Darwin?
This edition of Erasmus Darwin has approximately 183 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Erasmus Darwin?
For most readers, Erasmus Darwin typically takes between 3h 49m and 2h 33m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 45,750 words and common reading speeds.
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What is the word count of Erasmus Darwin?
The estimated word count for Erasmus Darwin is approximately 45,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Erasmus Darwin?
Erasmus Darwin was written by Desmond King-Hele.
When was Erasmus Darwin published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1963. The original work may have been published on a different date.