Thomas Henry Huxley was one of the most influential scientists of the 19th century and a key figure in the development of the theory of evolution. This book provides a comprehensive account of Huxley's life and work, including his contributions to science, philosophy, and public policy. Drawing on a wealth of letters and other primary sources, the book offers readers an intimate portrait of this important intellectual figure.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.