His clear exposition of the evidence would have terminated the discussion for ever, if the passions of mankind had not been enlisted in the dispute. (Charles Lyell)

His clear exposition of the evidence would have terminated the discussion for ever, if the passions of mankind had not been enlisted in the dispute.

Charles Lyell

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