Documentary looking at Charles Darwin and the reason why he waited so long to publish his controversial discoveries and views on evolution, considering his personality and some of the historical, political and social factors that influenced his decision. In particular, his fear of being totally ostracised by both society and his colleagues, and of possibly being seen to add to the cause of foment and radicalism much in the air at that time. It also considers the grave effect this worry and conflict over whether to publish his findings or express his views on his health.
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