'Darwin's bulldog was patently a man of almost puritanical uprightness'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- This line describes Darwin as extremely upright and morally strict, like a puritan.
- In plain terms
- Darwin was known for being very honest and moral.
- What can you take from it?
- Character and integrity are central to scientific reputation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does integrity matter in science?
- How do we judge character?
Another view
Puritanical uprightness might imply rigidity or judgment.
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