Simply Darwin

De: Michael Ruse

Narrado por: Hugh Holman

Simply Darwin tells the story of Charles Robert Darwin (1809 - 1882) and his theory of evolution through natural selection. On one level, the book portrays a dedicated scientist who, through careful observation and brilliant insight, became convinced that organisms were the end product of a long, slow, and natural process of development. On another level, it is an account of a cataclysmic change in our ideas about ourselves - a conceptual upheaval that continues to generate aftershocks - and heated debates - to this day.

In Simply Darwin, author Michael Ruse puts Darwin and his ideas in their proper context, clearly showing that, while the father of evolutionary biology was a true trailblazer, he was no rebel. He was simply following an evidentiary trail that led to an inevitable conclusion about the origin of species and natural selection. Eventually, as Darwin and his fellow scientists began to apply his ideas to humans, long-held notions about the nature and origins of religion, morality, race, sexuality, and much more, were called into question. Then, as now, some of us embraced these provocative ideas, while others reacted with horror and disbelief.

©2016 Michael Ruse (P)2016 Simply Charly

Good Read

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Simply Darwin by Michael Ruse was a prettt good read. It tells the story of Charles Darwin and his theory of evolution through natural selection. This was a good read about the life of Charles Darwin.

Fascinating and interesting

What made the experience of listening to Simply Darwin the most enjoyable?

The narration combined with the unique look inside Darwin. I enjoyed it.

What about Hugh Holman’s performance did you like?

Strong, powerful narration for this unique book.

Any additional comments?

This review copy audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost."

Dry and Intellectual

I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

This was less a biography and more an intellectual examination of Darwin, which is much different to the other 'Simply...' biographies. It felt pretty good have a break from that style, but this was a very dry intellectual biography. I learnt a lot more about Darwin that I had simply never even thought to ask, but the book was hard to get through.

Simply Darwin

This was a good read.I learned things about Darwin that I never knew before.His family history and childhood were especially interesting.Hugh Hoffman did a fine job as narrator.I was provided this book free by the narrator, author or publisher.

The Foundation for a Journey into Darwin

What made the experience of listening to Simply Darwin the most enjoyable?

Having attending Christian schools for most of my education, I was never taught Darwin. Unbelievably and inexplicably, this scientist was just a small blurb in my science books. This book however is a fundamental read for anyone who wants to learn about the real Darwin and his accomplishments in science. This is a necessary read, especially for anyone interested in science. There are so many misconceptions of Darwin, when taught in a religious education, but this book dispels any anti-religious myths.

Which character – as performed by Hugh Holman – was your favorite?

Hugh Holman is a delightful narrator with a great British accent. I really enjoyed his narration. It was upbeat and I was able to easily follow the details of the book.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

While this is a brief audiobook that can be listened to in one to two sittings, no details remain outstanding from Darwin’s scientific theories and his personal life.

Any additional comments?

I was provided a free copy of this audiobook in exchange for my unbiased review