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Johnson, Sylvia A.

Shaking the Foundation: Charles Darwin and the Theory of Evolution

88 pp. | Twenty-First Century | March, 2013 | Library ISBN 978-0-7613-5486-4 $33.27

(3) YA In this thoughtful history of both Darwin and his theories of evolution, Johnson explains how the scientist lived and worked, religious and scientific challenges to his theories, and American legal challenges to evolution that continue in contemporary times. Numerous historical photographs and scientific illustrations, many from scientists of his time, greatly enhance the text. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Devon Johnson