How was Darwin initially received in Europe, and beyond? Why was he eagerly accepted in some countries and bitterly rejected in others? And how can modern media make him accessible to a much greater audience? History professors Thomas Glick and Peter Kjaergaard reveal the controversies, which occurr…
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Prior to publishing his theories, Darwin built up a network of supporters around the world. Nevertheless, his theory of evolution prompted a lot of debate. The cultural context was key to its approval or rejection.
Transcript -- Prior to publishing his theories, Darwin built up a network of supporters around the world. Nevertheless, his theory of evolution prompted a lot of debate. The cultural context was key to its approval or rejection.
Darwin's theories were particularly subject to political interpretation: some rejected them as subversive of the moral order, others hailed Darwin as a revolutionary hero.
Transcript -- Darwin's theories were particularly subject to political interpretation: some rejected them as subversive of the moral order, others hailed Darwin as a revolutionary hero.
The Darwin Online project is already bringing his life's work to a much larger audience, who are able to engage with it, on an unprecedented scale.
Transcript -- The Darwin Online project is already bringing his life's work to a much larger audience, who are able to engage with it, on an unprecedented scale.
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