Alfred Wallace's letter to Charles Darwin

Alfred Wallace’s letter to Charles Darwin explained that Wallace had independently developed a theory similar to Darwin’s about how species evolve through natural selection. Wallace wanted to share his findings and ensure Darwin recognized his work. Their correspondence highlighted their shared ideas on evolution, and it led to a joint presentation in 1858. This exchange was important because it showed that the idea of natural selection was emerging from multiple scientific minds simultaneously, helping to establish it as a foundational concept in biology.