- Biography of Wallace
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Introduction
Welcome!! Alfred Russel Wallace (1823 – 1913) was not only the co-discoverer with Charles Darwin of the process of evolution by natural selection, he also made a great many other important contributions to biology and an astonishing range of other disciplines. This website is intended to be an island of accurate information in the ocean of misinformation about Wallace. It contains lots of information about Wallace's life and work, a unique archive of images, FAQ's debunking some of the many myths surrounding Wallace and Darwin, plus information about the A. R. Wallace Memorial Fund and its projects. Please explore the site by clicking on the links on the menu to the left.
The 2008 Campaign
2008 marks the 150th anniversary of the Darwin and Wallace’s discovery of natural selection, yet although this is probably the most important anniversary in the field of biology (and beyond), we are aware of very few events planned to mark this momentous occasion! This is in sharp contrast to the numerous activities planned to celebrate the 200th anniversary of Darwin’s birth and the 150th anniversary of the publication of his book On the Origin of Species in 2009. We are therefore mounting a campaign to raise people's awareness of the 2008 anniversary and are trying to encourage individuals and institutions to organise events to celebrate it. All of the anniversary events we know about are listed here. If you know of one which we have missed then please let us know.
Donations
Please note that the Fund is NOT seeking donations at present. However, if you would like to register as a potential donor to future projects then please see this page.
"Truth is born into this world only with pangs and tribulations, and every fresh truth is received unwillingly. To expect the world to receive a new truth, or even an old truth, without challenging it, is to look for one of those miracles which do not occur." Wallace quoted by Northrop (1913).
The content on this site was written by evolutionary biologist/entomologist Dr George Beccaloni (aka 'Wallace's Rottweiler'), except where noted. All views expressed on the site are his own.
The site was launched in January 2008 and is maintained by George and Ed Baker.
The Wallace Fish is copyright of Chris Clarke.
Fiat Justitia, Ruat Coelum
(Wallace's moto)
