One Beetle Too Many: The Extraordinary Adventures of Charles Darwin

A lively text and captivating images tell the story of Charles Darwin, the ever-curious boy who grew up to make one of the most significant discoveries of our time. From his early days collecting specimens to his transformative journey around South America, Kathryn Lasky narrates Darwin's journey to developing the theory of evolution. Matthew Trueman's striking illustrations complement this engaging look at Darwin's life and the impact of his work on our understanding of the world. Lasky’s text balances the exuberant artwork with well-organized information, gracefully sprinkling in quotes from Darwin. In a clear, engaging narrative, Kathryn Lasky takes readers along on Darwin’s journey, from his beetle-collecting childhood to his observations of variations in plants and animals, suggesting that all living things are evolving over time. Matthew Trueman’s striking mixed-media illustrations include actual objects found in nature, enhancing this compelling look at the man behind the bold theory that would change the way we think about the world—and ourselves. Back matter includes a bibliography.