A different Darwin debate

In this anniversary year, Charles Darwin seems to be everywhere. However, for a different angle on his work, come along to the London Welsh Centre on Monday 30 March for an illustrated talk by author Roy Davies.

The Darwin Conspiracy challenges the conventional story that Darwin raced Alfred Russel Wallace to publication after both had come up with similar theories. Instead, Davies suggests that Darwin had reached a dead end with his own work and borrowed from Wallace's, taking the credit with help from eminent scientific friends.

Roy Davies had a 30-year career at the BBC writing, directing and producing documentaries, and was editor of the Timewatch series. In 1995, he left to become an independent producer and writer. The Darwin Conspiracy was published in 2008.

Practical info:
Venue: London Welsh Centre, Gray's Inn Road
Nearest tube/BR: King's Cross
Time: 7pm, Monday 30 March
More info: GJones@uk.loreal.com / author's website