The Descent of Man (London, 1871), Vol. 2, p. 345, n. 53

Title

The Descent of Man (London, 1871), Vol. 2, p. 345, n. 53

Description

A discussion of Khoisan or ‘Hottentot’ notions of beauty in women, veiled in Latin to protect the sensibilities of Darwin’s popular audience.

Source

340:1.c.95.139-140

Date

1871

Rights

© Cambridge University Library

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Citation

“The Descent of Man (London, 1871), Vol. 2, p. 345, n. 53,” Darwin Behind the Scenes, accessed March 28, 2024, https://darwinbehindthescenes.omeka.net/items/show/9.