The Descent of Man

This classic book by Charles Darwin delves into the controversial topic of human evolution, applying his theory of evolution to the origins of mankind. It famously explores the idea that apes are part of our family tree and that sexual selection leads to diverging racial characteristics. Originally published in 1871, The Descent of Man continues to shape the way we understand what makes us uniquely human. This Penguin Classics edition includes an introduction by prominent biographers of Charles Darwin, James Moore and Adrian Desmond, offering a fresh perspective on the book's core ideas about race and its connection to Darwin's anti-slavery sentiments.