Charles Darwin in Hobart Town : proceedings of a symposium entitled Charles Darwin in Hobart Town held on Wednesday, 11 February 2009

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The book "**Charles Darwin in Hobart Town**" focuses on **Charles Darwin's visit to Hobart, Tasmania, in February 1836** during his voyage on HMS Beagle 【1】【2】. Key themes and topics include:

-   **Charles Darwin's visit to Hobart Town (1836):** The central narrative revolves around Darwin's activities, observations, and experiences during his time in Tasmania 【2】.
-   **Geology of Hobart:** The book likely details Darwin's geological observations and field notes from areas around Hobart, with modern appraisals of his work 【3】【4】. Darwin collected geological specimens from various locations around Hobart 【4】.
-   **Natural History and Scientific Observation:** It covers Darwin's observations of the natural phenomena, including the local flora, fauna, and landscapes 【5】【6】.
-   **Historical Context of Van Diemen's Land:** The book explores the societal and historical conditions of Tasmania during Darwin's visit, potentially touching on British imperialism and the convict era 【7】【8】.
-   **Biography of Charles Darwin:** It offers insights into Darwin's early career as a naturalist and his developmental experiences during the Beagle voyage 【1】.
-   **Local Scholarship and Modern Appraisal:** The book features essays by local scholars, providing contemporary interpretations and research on Darwin's visit 【5】.
-   **Historical Geography and Local Exploration:** It includes self-guided excursions, allowing readers to retrace Darwin's footsteps in Hobart 【5】【2】.

These themes can be used to connect this book with others in a library on topics such as natural history, geology, scientific exploration, colonial history, and biographies of prominent scientists.