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To J. P. Taylor   16 November 1881

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Elaborates on the theories propounded in his recently published work [Earthworms], describing the reproductive system of worms and the absorption of organic matter in the soil. [See 13483.]

Author:  Charles Robert Darwin
Addressee:  John Pitt Taylor
Date:  16 Nov 1881
Classmark:  Christie’s (dealers) (28 March 1984)
Letter no:  DCP-LETT-13487A

From J. P. Taylor   14 November 1881

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Thinks CD overestimates earthworms’ role in creating mould. Gives some observations on worms and questions about their breeding habits.

Author:  John Pitt Taylor
Addressee:  Charles Robert Darwin
Date:  14 Nov 1881
Classmark:  DAR 178: 55
Letter no:  DCP-LETT-13483
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