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An intimate history of evolution : the story of the Huxley family

by Alison Bashford

This collective biography traces four generations of the influential Huxley family, exploring how they shaped modern science, culture, and our understanding of evolution while balancing their significant public achievements with private struggles.

Accession 28411 ISBN 9780241434321 Publisher Allen Lane
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