Reflections in natural history.
Book review: ‘Bully for Brontosaurus’ by Stephen Jay Gould
charles darwin
Book review: ‘The Natural History of Selborne’ by Gilbert White
A nature writing classic.
Gilbert White’s influence on Charles Darwin
To mark the 300th anniversary of his birth, a brief account of Rev. Gilbert White’s influence on Charles Darwin.
10 May 2020
In which fortune favours my prepared mind twice in one week.
19 April 2020
A sad anniversary, and an unexpected treat.
18 March 2020
A generous gift.
16 February 2020
Browsing your unfrequented bookshelves can be dangerous business.
Book review: ‘The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex’ by Charles Darwin
Darwin finally sets out to enlighten us on our origins.
Book review: ‘Darwin’ by Jonathan Howard
A very short introduction.
Book review: ‘Evolution’ by Brian & Deborah Charlesworth
A very short introduction.