The Economic Times

Quote of the day by Charles Darwin: 'Only picture to yourself a nice soft wife on a sofa with good fire, & books & music.' - thoughts of world's most famous biologist on marriage

Charles Darwin, renowned for his theories on evolution, also privately contemplated marriage. Before proposing to Emma Wedgwood, he meticulously listed the pros and cons of wedded life. His reflections reveal a desire for companionship, comfort, and intellectual connection, alongside practical concerns about freedom and work.