Harvard magazine recently republished the introduction from Edward O. Wilson’s new book on the “timeless and consistently inspirational” science of Charles Darwin [via Jason Kottke]. Very interesting and engaging stuff. Wilson’s new book is actually a reprint and guided tour of the four great works of Darwin, including the original illustrations.

The two-time Pulitzer Prize winner will be here (actually Kaye Playhouse) this month, too. You are invited to come see him discuss and dissect Darwin in person on Sunday, December 18.