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EPISODE · Aug 9, 2026 · 1H 1M

The Origin of Species Chapter 4 Part 2 - Natural Selection

from The Darwin Library · host Charles Darwin

In which the intricate laws of nature are gently unveiled, revealing the indispensable role of occasional intercrossing between individuals for maintaining vigour and fertility across both plants and animals, alongside the subtle influences of isolation, variability, and competition on the formation of new forms. The narrative delicately explores how divergence of character, extinction, and natural selection intertwine to sculpt the living tapestry, allowing species to adapt, diversify, and endure through the slow and measured hands of time.

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