On the Origin of Species: The Illustrated Edition

On the Origin of Species: The Illustrated Edition Paperback – Illustrated, 10 Aug. 2011 by Charles Darwin (Author), General Editor David Quammen (Author).

Now in paperback, this richly illustrated edition of Charles Darwin's paradigm-shattering masterpiece brings his life and controversial theories into full view. Edited and with an introduction by award-winning science journalist David Quammen, it features more than 300 illustrations, including paintings, personal photographs, botanical and zoological studies and newspaper engravings. Excerpts from Darwin's other works (especially "The Voyage of the Beagle") and facsimile pages from his letters and diaries invite readers to experience Darwin's journey and scientific breakthrough.

Product details

• Format Paperback | 560 pages
• Dimensions 228 x 254 x 33mm | 1,950g
• Publication date 02 Jan 2012
• Publisher Sterling Publishing Co Inc
• Imprint Sterling
• Publication City/Country New York, United States
• Language English
• Edition Illustrated
• Edition Statement Illustrated edition
• Illustrations note all in color
• ISBN10 1402789599
• ISBN13 9781402789595