Charles Darwin's Theory Of Evolution By Natural Selection

When it comes to Charles Darwin, he is known for his revolutionizing theories and studies, yet the life of this English naturalist remains a mystery. From his early years, through his expedition to his development of his theory of evolution by natural selection, his experiences throughout his journey are unknown.
Charles Robert Darwin was born in Shrewsbury, England in 1809 to a very privileged family and was the fifth of six siblings. When Charles was a young boy he loved to collect many things from nature, like rocks and butterflies. Charles had a fascination to find how many things work. Near his home, he would find all types of things that made him curious. Whenever he would find something that had peaked his interest, he took them home

Robert came from a long line of prestigious doctors, which was partially the reason he wanted his sons to be doctors. Charles’ mother, Suzanne Wedgwood, came from the distinguished Wedgwood family that makes pottery even admired today. Despite coming from such a family, she had died in July 1817 when Charles turned eight. The cause of death was most likely ulcers or stomach cancer. After her death, Charles was taken care of by his elder sisters and house maids.
Although his mother had just passed away, Charles started school in Shrewsbury taught by Dr. Samuel Butler. Charles never had done very well in school, because he had never found it interesting.
Nothing could have been worse for the development of my mind than Dr. Butler's school, as it was strictly classical, nothing else being taught except a little ancient geography and history. The school as a means of education to me was simply a blank. During my whole life I have been singularly incapable of mastering any language. Especial attention was paid to verse-making, and this I could never do well. (Darwin 27)
At 16 he was still studying at Shrewsbury school, but continued to get poor grades. Dr. Darwin decided that his son needed a change of pace, something different. Finally, Charles was pressured by his father to attend Edinburgh University with his brother to study

Charles didn’t have to take botany, but went to all of the open houses. Henslow quickly took Charles under his wing and encouraged Charles’ interest in natural sciences. Charles was soon determined enough from Henslow’s encouragement that Charles would try to make a career in natural science. Charles had believed that his father would not approve of his decision, yet a single letter would change Charles’ mind.
As Charles kept studying, Charles finally graduated in 1831 by a thread, and had to stay a few extra months to meet the necessary requirements. He had earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in theology.
After he graduated, Charles went back to Shrewsbury. When he arrived home, a letter Charles received from John Henslow said he was invited to take a part of a 2 year voyage around world on a royal ship, the H.M.S. Beagle. The captain of the boat, Robert Fitzroy, wanted a naturalist and companion for the trip. Henslow had already been offered the position, yet turned it down because of his wife. Charles was more than happy to take the position, and he was allowed to do what he loved most. The only thing that Charles had to do was to get his father’s permission. Dr. Darwin would be paying Charles expenses on the