Charles darwin and the theory of evolution
Charles Darwin In 1859 when Charles Darwin published his book "The Origin of Species", it caused much controversy between the scientific and religious worlds. ... The strongly held belief that the Bible was the literal truth clashed with the Darwin theory. Some people rejected and scorned Darwin while others tried to reevaluate their beliefs. Darwin theorized that species evolved from other species. The belief that God directly created man seemed unlikely to mix with Darwins theory. Charles Darwin was born in Shrewsbury, England February 12, 1809. ... Darwin collected data and specimens during this 5 year trip. ... Darwin did research and corresponded his home. ... As time passed he was deeply impressed by Charles Lyells theory that natural change occurred gradually in species. From his studies Darwin developed his Natural Selection Theory, which he announced in 1858.