The Origin of Species was published on November 24, 1859  

We have previously discussed both Darwin and The Origin of Species  on earlier posts.  In keeping with the spirit of using the Harvard Classics as a tutorial today, we have included the reading below and its accompanying audiobook presentation.  To understand more of a backdrop and discussion on Darwin’s work, it is recommended to review the material previously posted.

As added material that may prove useful in understanding Darwin’s work, please see:

http://darwin-online.org.uk/

That section of The Origin of Species that pertains to the Variation Under Domestication may be read here:

http://www.bartleby.com/11/0101.html

Alternatively, it may be listened to in its audiobook format here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umNak5PAmvA