This Thing of Darkness
This Thing of Darkness by Harry Thompson is an epic novel of sea-faring adventure set in the 19th century, published by Review in 2005. The narrative charts the life of Robert Fitzroy, captain of The Beagle, and his passenger Charles Darwin, weaving together themes of adventure, emotion, and tragedy while illuminating the historical context of the era.
Readers will find a complex exploration of the relationship between Fitzroy and Darwin, as their differing beliefs lead to a profound conflict. The story delves into Fitzroy’s struggles with his Christian Tory values and the consequences of his convictions, culminating in his tragic end. Meanwhile, Darwin’s evolving theories challenge the foundations of Fitzroy’s worldview, creating a dynamic interplay between friendship and enmity. This edition spans 626 pages and is presented in English, offering a detailed account of these historical figures and their tumultuous journey.
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This is an epic novel of sea-faring adventure set in the 19th century charting the life of Robert Fitzroy, the captain of `The Beagle` and his passenger Charles Darwin. It combines adventrure, emotion, ideas, humour and tragedy as well as illuminating the history of the 19th century. Fitzroy, the Christian Tory aristocrat, believed in the sanctity of the individual, but his beliefs destroyed his career and he committed suicide. Darwin, the liberal minor cleric doubts the truth of the Bible and develops his theory of evolution which is brutal and unforgiving in human terms. The two friends became bitter enemies as Darwin destroyed everything Fitzroy stood for.
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