Format:
1 Online-Ressource (528 pages)
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digital, PDF file(s)
ISBN:
9780511708060
Series Statement:
Cambridge library collection. Darwin, Evolution and Genetics
Content:
This remarkable collection of private correspondence between Emma Darwin and members of her family, published in 1904, provides the reader with a delightful and informative account of life in the late nineteenth century, and a picture of an amusing, educated, and caring woman. Emma Darwin (1808–1896) was especially remembered for her patience and fortitude in dealing with her husband's long term illness, which became apparent shortly after their marriage. In nursing and humouring Charles through his many ups and downs, she was a crucial factor in her husband's scientific accomplishments. She was responsible for bringing up their large family, running their household, and hosting visits from relatives and scientists. This, the first of two volumes edited by her daughter Henrietta, focuses on Emma's parents and relatives, up to 1839. Both volumes are organised chronologically, and include delightful illustrations from the family archives
Note:
Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 05 Oct 2015)
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9781108011730
Additional Edition:
Erscheint auch als Druck-Ausgabe ISBN 9781108011730
Language:
English
DOI:
10.1017/CBO9780511708060
