Letter 10543
Darwin, C. R. to Hooker, J. D.
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Returns Mrs Lyell's versions of Lyell memorial inscription. Disapproves of religious tone.
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[Enclosure: 1]
Beneath this stone are the remains of Sir Charles Lyell | Author of Principles of Geology
Born 1797 Died 1875.
The Search of Truth & love of Gods laws manifested in his works was the aim & occupation of his entire life—
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In whatever direction we pursue our researches whether in time or space, we discover everywhere the clear proofs of a Creative Intelligence and of His foresight wisdom & powers.
Principles of Geology
(too much, too little!)