The Formation of Vegetable Mould

by Charles Darwin

Book Overview

"The Formation of Vegetable Mould" from Charles Darwin. English naturalist and geologist (1809-1882).

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1511712406
• ISBN13: 9781511712408
• Release Date: April 2015
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Very nice little book

I have a gardener's affection for earthworms, so this book was a delight to read for the detailed description of their behavior alone. In addition, it gives a wonderful picture of Darwin's patient and careful observation. It's become a favorite book to give as a gift to science-minded young people. It's unexpectedly charming.

Charles Darwin, humble genius

This last book of his is so awesome, shows the scientific method in action, with simple, understandable words. And, it covers more than "worms" but the worm parts are fascinating--did you know they can "think" and make decisions? Do you know why ancient monuments are buried? ETC. It is short, highly readable and I've purchased tons of this book over the year for friends interested in nature, curious about the world, of which you have an amazing creature nearby right by your back yard.

It's good, but get it from a library!

This is a really cool bit by Darwin, who spent some serious time observing earthworms. He made his friends help him sometimes too, it seems. Ninety-five bucks is a lot of money though. Check a univerity library or something and Xerox it.