Darwin's Man in Brazil

"The thoroughly researched, well-illustrated, and definitive account of an important period, place, and scientist in the history of evolutionary biology."—Edward O. Wilson, author of The Meaning of Human Existence

"This fine biography of Fritz Müller (1821–97) explains how he helped Darwin shape his ideas on mimicry. . . . Ideal for students of natural history, historians of science, and other scholars."—Choice



"A treasure trove of information for anyone interested in the development of the theory of natural selection."—Isis



"Situates Müller’s research at the cutting edge of nineteenth-century natural science. Müller emerges here . . . as an essential figure in an active and collaborative scientific network."—Quarterly Review of Biology



"The depth and scope of research on this singular figure is impressive."—H-Net



"Offers an unfiltered view into science of the mid-nineteenth century, when evolutionary theory had its origins. West makes this world tangible, with all of its pleasures and challenges. . . . This book is a wonderful addition to the library of any evolutionary biologist or natural historian and is a pleasant foray into the lives of nineteenth-century naturalists."—American Entomologist



“Drawing on Alfred Möller’s monumental work, Fritz Müller: Werke, Briefe und Leben, published between 1915 and 1920, West’s book opens up this rich source of material for non-German speakers, but it also reveals much that is new. . . . West details all the different areas of Müller’s research and important discoveries with admirable thoroughness.”—Luso-Brazilian Review