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This relatively new work examines Darwin’s views on evolution as a product of his passionate hatred of slavery. The authors posit that Darwin’s abolitionist passion ultimately compelled him to publish his theory on evolution, despite his findings being extremely controversial at the time, especially for a gentleman of Darwin's social standing.
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8. ''[https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1591020034/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1591020034&linkCode=as2&tag=dailyh0c-20&linkId=96a99fae47c995a151556396805df554 Evolutionary Theory & Victorian Culture]'' by Martin Fichman (Humanity Books, 2002)
This book is an excellent primer for those looking to learn more about how evolutionary theory was perceived among different facets of Victorian society.
