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Charles and Emma: The Darwin's Leap of Faith
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LENGTH7 hrs and 43 mins
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RELEASE DATE01-06-09
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Program TypeAudiobook
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Publisher's Summary
Deborah Heligman's new biography of Charles Darwin is a thought-provoking account of the man behind evolutionary theory: how his personal life affected his work and vice versa. The end result is an engaging exploration of history, science, and religion for young readers.
©2008 Deborah Heiligman; (P)2008 Listening Library
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Robert B. Golson Monroe,LA USA 02-15-09 Member Since 2008regular guy
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"I'm ape for this book!"
Why this book is being hyped for teens and young adults is beyond me. I'm sixty and found it to be informative, interesting, and moving. The love story of Charles and Emma was amazing, considering the vast differences in their beliefs. There's just enough of the usual "Charles Darwin" history to keep one riveted. Something for the romantic and something for the scientist.....don't monkey around, you should naturally select this book!
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"An enchanting book"
I couldn't stop listening to this. The author did a wonderful job weaving together the story of Charles Darwin's personal and scientific life, and created a really vivid picture of Charles and Emma Darwin's relationship and family life. The book has also inspired me to read (well actually to listen to) Origin of Species.
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"Intriguing and thought-provoking"
Would you listen to Charles and Emma again? Why?I found the train of thought fascinating as Darwin developed his ideas. Even more interesting was the love he and his Emma shared, though their philosophies differed so dramatically.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Charles and Emma?The death of their ten year old daughter, Annie was poignant and mystifying to me. That he did not visit her grave for so many years was puzzling, as he was the only parent in the vicinity when she died.
What about Rosalyn Landor’s performance did you like?She is able to convey characters with voices both believable and easy on the ears.
If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?Love across a chasm.
Any additional comments?I am grateful for this mode of
1 of 1 people found this review helpful