Darwin

Portrait of a Genius

Paul Johnson

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Penguin USA
02 January 2014

Biography: science, technology & engineering; Mathematics & Sciences

"A ""riveting"" (The Wall Street Journal) biography of one of the most influential and controversial scientists in Western history

Acclaimed historian and biographer Paul Johnson turns his keen eye on Charles Darwin, the towering figure whose work continues to spur scientific debate.

With his publication of On the Origin of Species, Darwin forever changed our concept of the world. While Johnson praises Darwin's extraordinary skills as a natural scientist and his monumental achievements, he does not sidestep Darwin's tragic failures as an anthropologist. Johnson argues that by applying his theory of natural selection to humans, Darwin provided a platform for the burgeoning eugenics movement. Lay readers and academics alike will enjoy this concise and unflinching exploration of Charles Darwin, a genius whose discoveries-even the flawed ones-add significant dimension to our understanding of his mind, the era in which he lived, and his everlasting impact on our world.

A ""riveting"" (The Wall Street Journal) biography of one of the most influential and controversial scientists in Western history

Acclaimed historian and biographer Paul Johnson turns his keen eye on Charles Darwin, the towering figure whose work continues to spur scientific debate.

With his publication of On the Origin of Species, Darwin forever changed our concept of the world. While Johnson praises Darwin's extraordinary skills as a natural scientist and his monumental achievements, he does not sidestep Darwin's tragic failures as an anthropologist. Johnson argues that by applying his theory of natural selection to humans, Darwin provided a platform for the burgeoning eugenics movement. Lay readers and academics alike will enjoy this concise and unflinching exploration of Charles Darwin, a genius whose discoveries-even the flawed ones-add significant dimension to our understanding of his mind, the era in which he lived, and his everlasting impact on our world."

By: Paul Johnson
Imprint: Penguin USA
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 197mm, Width: 127mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 135g
ISBN: 9780147509772
ISBN 10: 0147509777
Pages: 166
Publication Date: 02 January 2014
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Paul Johnson is the author of many bestselling books, including Socrates: A Man for Our Times; Jesus: A Biography from a Believer ; and Churchill. He lives in London.

Reviews for Darwin: Portrait of a Genius

Praise for Darwin Riveting . . . The 'genius' of Paul Johnson's biography of Charles Darwin is manifestly, impressively apparent [in his discussion of] On the Origin of Species. --Wall Street Journal Excellent and courageous. --Michael Flannery, author of Alfred Russel Wallace This little sketch reminds us why Darwin's theory of natural selection endures and continues to provoke controversy. --Publishers Weekly This is a first-rate biography, one that brings Darwin and his ideas into brilliant focus. --History Book Club Characteristically pithy and incisive, the ever-popular Johnson offers a Darwin who will be much in demand. --Booklist Praise for Darwin Riveting . . . The 'genius of Paul Johnson s biography of Charles Darwin is manifestly, impressively apparent [in his discussion of] On the Origin of Species. Wall Street Journal Excellent and courageous. Michael Flannery, author of Alfred Russel Wallace This little sketch reminds us why Darwin s theory of natural selection endures and continues to provoke controversy. Publishers Weekly This is a first-rate biography, one that brings Darwin and his ideas into brilliant focus. History Book Club Characteristically pithy and incisive, the ever-popular Johnson offers a Darwin who will be much in demand. Booklist