Included in this lot is an Original First Edition of, "Charles Darwin His Life And Work" by Charles Frederick Holder, 1892, part of the Leaders in Science series. 1891 copyright, 1892 publishing by G. P. Putnam's Sons, printer The Knickerbocker Press, New York. This biography of Charles Darwin stands as one of the most comprehensive accounts of his life and work. Charles Frederick Holder was an American naturalist, conservationist, and writer who produced over 40 books and thousands of articles. Known as a pioneer of big-game fishing, he founded and led the Tuna Club of Avalon, credited as the first game fishing organization. Holder is also known for his work in plant species and zoology. From his preface, Holder writes, "In preparation of the work I have not attempted an analytical dissertation upon Darwin's life-work, neither have I discussed his theories or their possible effect upon the scientific world, but have simply presented the story of his life, that of one of the greatest naturalists of the age; a life of singular purity; the life of a man who, in loftiness of purpose and the accomplishment of grand results was the centre of observation in his lifetime; revered and honored, yet maligned and attacked as few have been." This book is in very fine condition, the brown and gray clothbound gold gilt hardcover has very minimal scuffing at the spine edges, age tanning and foxing exhibited, tight spine indicates book has hardly been read. Original dust jacket has obvious foxing, tears and is wrapped in a contemporary plastic wrap. No other obvious marring noted. Measures 5.5"W x 7.75"L x 1"D