Darwin on Humus. [Soil Health, Organic Movement Foundations]. Darwin on Humus and the Earthworm. The Formation of Vegetable Mould through the Action of Worms with Observations on Their Habits

DARWIN, Charles

Edité par Faber and Faber Ltd, London, 1945

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Published: 1945. 2nd Edition / 2nd Impression. Not signed by author. Second impression of the 1945 edition of Darwin's legendary observations in the context of Sir Albert Howard s soil health revolution. As the Second World War drew to a close, there was an intense national focus on food security and re-releasing Darwin s study of the earthworm and humus it repositioned a scientific classic as a vital manual for soil health. DESCRIPTION: Yellow DJ over red cloth Language: English Book Condition: Near Fine. Very light wear to bruised corners, edges and spine ends. Clean sharp cloth. Tightly bound with clean intact endpapers and strong hinges clean unmarked pages. DJ Condition: Good.Wear, creasing and chipping to upper and lower edges. Small repair to upper edge. Small loss to upper spine end. 2cm tear to upper front corner. Unclipped. Pages 153. Size: 22cm by 14cm. BOOK RESUME: Darwin on Humus and the Earthworm is a foundational text in soil science and ecology, focusing on the formation of vegetable mould through the tireless labour of worms. Darwin demonstrates through experiments and field observations how earthworms bury ancient buildings, aerate the soil, and prepare the ground for plant growth. The book challenges the 19th-century view of worms as garden pests, instead revealing them as the worlds most important ploughmen. This 1945 Faber edition is particularly significant for its modern context, featuring an introduction that links Darwins evolutionary biology to the practical requirements of sustainable agriculture and composting. AUTHOR: Charles Darwin (1809-1882) was the architect of the theory of evolution by natural selection and remains one of the most influential figures in human history. While best known for On the Origin of Species, Darwin spent his final years returning to his early fascination with the 'lowly' earthworm. He was a meticulous observer who revolutionized biology by proving that small, incremental changes over vast periods of time whether in the beak of a finch or the movement of soil could reshape the entire world. This final work, originally published in 1881, was the culmination of over forty years of research and stands as a testament to his belief that even the most overlooked creatures play a fundamental role in the machinery of life.

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• Titre: Darwin on Humus. [Soil Health, Organic Movement Foundations]. Darwin on Humus and the Earthworm. The Formation of Vegetable Mould through the Action of Worms with Observations on Their Habits
• Éditeur: Faber and Faber Ltd, London
• Date de parution: 1945
• Reliure: Hardcover
• État de l'article: Near Fine
• État de la jaquette: Good