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Charles Darwin ALS

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Charles Darwin ALS
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Charles Darwin autograph letter signed ''C. Darwin'', undated, though paper is watermarked 1860. Possibly a complete letter or the last page of a letter, here Darwin refers to his research on the half-lop rabbit, which helped him develop his theory of ''Origin of Species'' and also directly influenced his theories in ''Descent of Man.'' Darwin used an illustration of the half-lop rabbit skull in his book to contrast its evolution with that of a wild rabbit. Later Darwin also used the half-lop rabbit skull to explain how the human skull had developed over time. Reads in part: ''…Send them to me at enclosed address, as I rather want to see two of them…'' Darwin then adds a postscript: ''…I am getting together a few points to investigate. I think the Half-Lop, had better be Killed (not kicked in Head) if you get me.'' On a back panel he also adds, ''I have not yet opened the box with the Skulls, for I have not yet come to Skeleton.'' Signed ''C. Darwin''. Letter measures 4.75'' x 7.5'' on one page. An interesting letter directly relating to Darwin's work on evolution.