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Darwin's Handwriting Would Make Our Mothers Cry

Apr 17, 2008

"Darwin had difficult handwriting," writes PZ Myers. The Darwin Online collection has digital versions of Charles Darwin's notes and letters. Taking a look at this outline of his species theory, Darwin's handwriting does indeed look spidery and small, with cross-outs and sideways notes. The online collection is a treasure trove of information and includes some Darwin family photos.

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