On a Piece of Chalk

by Thomas Henry Huxley · 1868

Thomas Henry Huxley's lecture showing how a piece of chalk can reveal deep geological and biological history.

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Thomas Henry Huxley · Biologist

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Included in Weinberg's list of the 13 best science books for general readers.

Recommended · Wording not verified Source: The Guardian

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Steven Weinberg's 13 best science books for the general reader

Weinberg authored a Guardian list of science books for general readers and included Huxley's On a Piece of Chalk.

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The Guardian · 2015-04-03 · accessed 2026-06-21

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The Guardian article is authored by Steven Weinberg and lists On a Piece of Chalk among his selected science books for general readers.

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Thomas Henry HuxleyBiologist

Biologist and public science advocate known for defending Darwin's theory of evolution.