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The Darwin Library

The Darwin Library

著者： Charles Darwin
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In this library of natural inquiry, the works of Charles Darwin are read in full, that the patient listener may accompany him across seas, gardens, islands, and fields of observation. From the voyage of the Beagle to the intricate contrivances of orchids, from the descent of man to the humble labour of worms, these volumes reveal a world not fixed and silent, but ever changing, connected, and wonderfully adapted.Public domain 博物学 科学 自然・生態学
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  • The Origin of Species Chapter 3 - Struggle For Existence

    The Origin of Species Chapter 3 - Struggle For Existence
    2026/08/07
    In which the intricate and universal struggle for existence among organic beings is explored, revealing how their relentless efforts to increase in number must be tempered by various checks, including competition, predation, and environmental conditions, all contributing to the preservation of the fittest. Through numerous vivid examples, the delicate balance and complexity of natural relations are unveiled, illustrating the profound interdependence of species and their adaptations within the grand economy of nature.
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    46 分
  • The Origin of Species Chapter 2 - Variation Under Nature

    The Origin of Species Chapter 2 - Variation Under Nature
    2026/08/06
    In which the naturalist delicately explores the subtle gradations of variation among organic beings in their natural state, pondering the fluid boundaries between what we call species, varieties, and individual differences, and revealing the intimate connection between common, widespread forms and their manifold varieties. He further observes that species of large genera exhibit greater variability and closer affinities, suggesting a continuity of descent rather than independent creation, and thus setting the stage for understanding the dynamic and branching nature of life’s diversity.
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    52 分
  • The Origin of Species Chapter 1 Part 2 - Variation Under Domestication

    The Origin of Species Chapter 1 Part 2 - Variation Under Domestication
    2026/08/05
    In which the curious phenomena of inheritance and variation in domestic pigeons are carefully examined, advocating the singular descent of diverse breeds from the rock-pigeon, and the potent influence of human selection—both conscious and unconscious—in shaping the myriad forms and qualities of animals and plants. The discourse further contemplates the conditions favouring such selection, the gradual yet profound modifications wrought over generations, and the complex interplay of variability, use, and environment in the slow creation of the familiar varieties cherished by mankind.
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    35 分
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