Traces the life of the great British scientist, describes his travels as a naturalist, and traces the development of his theories.

/MUIR JOHN Originally published in 1916, this book is largely comprised of lightly edited diary entries Muir made during his memorable 1867 trek from Kentucky to Florida.

Set in 1963, this story follows young Caroline on her summer vacation in Fairhope, Alabama. She arrives at her grandmother's house excited about the carefree days ahead and eager to witness her first jubilee.

In this highly acclaimed book, Ospovat shows that Darwin's views changed radically from his first formulation of evolution to the publication of the full theory in 1859.

Through the story of this institution and the individuals who formed it, Mary P. Winsor explores the conflicting forces that shaped systematics in the second half of the nineteenth century.

Generations of readers have marveled at the bravery of man who could paddle a canoe amid thrashing alligators, find beauty in the humblest of plants, and sketch them both.".