Between Wallace's Lines: Annotations from a Personal Library

Explore the personal library and annotations of Alfred Russel Wallace in this illuminating lecture from the Linnean Society's "Linnean Lens" series. Delve into the comprehensive survey of Wallace's annotations, revealing his thoughts on fellow 19th-century scientists like Charles Darwin, Thomas Huxley, and Charles Lyell. Discover Wallace's diverse interests beyond science, including gardening, conservation, social reforms, and spiritualism. Examine rare sketches and notes found within the pages of his books. Learn from Professor Jeb Bevers, an experienced biologist and researcher, as he shares insights from his sabbatical work on Wallace's annotated book collection at the Linnean Society of London and the University of Edinburgh. Gain a deeper understanding of one of the most respected scientists and philosophers of the early 20th century through this fascinating exploration of his personal library.