Compelling. Insight to one of the fathers of evolution. Round the world travelogue, Science of the day, and cultural insight.

great book by C. Darwin with report by Captain Robert Fitzroy, plus orders of Admirty, and maps.Penguin Publishing great job.

Going to the Galápagos Islands so a must read. Absolutely fascinating book

In fact, the quality was even better than I was expecting. It was a gift for my wife, and she really loves it. Thank you!