Oxford, 16 February 1871. George Rolleston (1829-1881), physician to the Radcliffe Infirmary, Linacre Professor of Anatomy and Physiology, sided with T.H.Huxley in the dispute with Owen over the Darwinian theory of the structural differences between the brains of humans and monkeys. His research included comparative anatomy, physiology, zoology, archaeology and anthropology.

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Title: Autograph Letter Signed George Rolleston , to R.Wright, unable to attend a dinner, citing pressure of engagements.
Publisher: A good one page example, 7 x 4 inches, traces of corner mounts.

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