Description
A desirable advance copy of Deborah Heiligman’s Charles and Emma: The Darwins’ Leap of Faith, this 2009 uncorrected proof has stronger collector appeal than an ordinary reading copy because it captures the book in its pre-publication state and includes original publisher ephemera. The book presents the relationship between Charles Darwin and Emma Darwin through the lens of science, religion, marriage, and intellectual history, giving it crossover interest for collectors of Darwin material, science history, biography, and notable young adult nonfiction.
* Uncorrected proof / advance reading copy marked “Not for Sale”
* First edition, 2009
* Published by Henry Holt and Company
* Includes the original handwritten publisher note from Tim Jones
* The note references passing the galley along for a possible upcoming Darwin issue, which adds a nice layer of publishing provenance
* Award-recognized title with lasting interest in Darwin, evolution, and faith
* Finished book was intended to include 8 pages of photos
* A scarcer format than the standard trade edition
This is not an antiquarian rarity, but it is a legitimately collectible modern proof copy, especially with the laid-in handwritten publisher note still present. Condition appears overall good and presentable with some wear and spotting from age and handling. A strong copy for readers, Darwin collectors, and those who like advance proofs with original promotional material. Please view all photos.
