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Book Review of Apes, Angels and Victorians: The Story of Darwin, Huxley, and Evolution

Apes, Angels and Victorians: The Story of Darwin, Huxley, and Evolution
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Irvine discusses the relationship and correspondence between Kingsley and Thomas Henry Huxley, stressing their views on science and religion. Despite their radically different attitudes towards religion, both men had a strong mutual respect for each other. Irvine mentions the openness and honesty of Huxley's attitude towards Kingsley.