An overview of Charles Darwin's life and work, focusing on the development of his theory of evolution by natural selection. It explores his early life, his voyage on the HMS Beagle, and his subsequent research and writing, culminating in the publication of On the Origin of Species. The text also examines the scientific and social controversy that Darwin's work sparked, highlighting the key objections and challenges to his theory. It discusses the influence of Darwin's ideas on the development of social Darwinism and the continuing debate about the nature of evolution.
