In celebration of Darwin Day, February 12, 2009th, the Coates Library is hosting a display celebrating the work of Charles Darwin on the eve of his 200th birthday. To help you become better acquainted with Darwin's works, we have included the full text of two of his classic works below. Also, please consider visiting the library and viewing the Darwin Bicentenary display, available until February 14th, 2009. (See photos from the display.)

The Origin of Species

The Voyage of the Beagle