Young Charles Darwin and the Voyage of the Beagle

by Ruth Ashby

Book Overview

In 1831, young adventurer and nature enthusiast Charles Darwin set sail on a remarkable five-year voyage that changed the study of biology forever.
Award-winning author Ruth Ashby shares the story of Darwin's famous journey aboard the British navy ship, the Beagle, which led to the development of his theories of evolution and natural selection.
This lively account follows the naturalist's exciting trip around the world--through seasickness,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1561454788
• ISBN13: 9781561454785
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Peachtree Publishing Company
• Length: 116 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.6" x 7.5"
• Age Range: 7 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 5