Darwin Collection
University of Toronto, Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library
Subjects
Darwin, Charles; Evolutionary theory--History
History
The collection was established in 1967 when it was acquired from Richard Freeman of University College, London.
Description
The collection consists of the writings of Charles Darwin and others (T. H. Huxley, Richard Owen, Ernst Haeckel, etc.) who were important in the development of evolutionary theory. Virtually all editions and issues of Darwin's work, illustrating textual changes made by him, are present. The chronological emphasis is from 1859 to the present.
Language
English predominates. Editions of Darwin's work in other European languages are also included.
Holdings
Approximatively 1 000 volumes.
Bibliographic Access
About one half of the collection is catalogued. Uncatalogued material is accessible through the "In-Process" file. Bibliographies include R. B. Freeman's The works of Charles Darwin: an annotated bibliographical handlist (Folkestone, England: Dawson, 1977). This bibliography has been annotated to indicate the Fisher Library holdings.
Physical Access
The collection is open to the public with identification. For further information visit: http://www.library.utoronto.ca/fisher.
Interlibrary Loan: No.
Reprography: As the condition of the material warrants.
Reference Assistance: Yes.
Publications Describing Collection
Landon, Richard G. -- Species of origin: a bibliographical exposition of the works of Charles Darwin at the University of Toronto. -- Toronto : University of Toronto Library, 1971. Charles Darwin: a centenary exhibition. -- Toronto : Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library, 1982.
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