Darwin's work on heredity was partially driven by tragic losses in his family, especially concerning the health of his children, three of whom died young.
His notebooks reveal a curious father, 'prodding and poking' his infant son as if he were 'another ape,' comparing his development to orangutans.
Darwin's children evolved from being scientific subjects to assistants, leading to an enviable family life where science permeated daily activities and observations.
The science was everywhere in the Darwin household; he would use anything at hand, from children to household plants, for his investigative work.
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