ANT E101 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Erasmus Darwin, Robert Fitzroy, Thomas Robert Malthus
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Became acquainted with the idea of evolution as it was proposed by lamarck. Decided to pursue theological training as an alternative to medicine. Recommended to be a naturalist on the journey to chart the waters in south africa under the british navy. One of the most formative experiences in darwin"s life. Darwin collected thousands of specimens and made observations on biological and geological sights on the voyage. Observation of diversity of flora and fauna on his voyage aboard the hms beagle. Experience of an earthquake in china - led to a fascination with natural geological properties. Became convinced that the earth is dynamic and changing and that natural processes are driving these changes. In argentina, darwin collected fossil bones of extinct animal forms. Observations of diversity in ground finches across the galapagos island chain. His reading of thomas malthus" an essay on the principle of population.
