Emma Darwin

About

Charles Darwin's wife who tended to her husband and their 10 children.

Before Fame

She met Charles Darwin through her family, and took an interest in his work, though she was initially reluctant to marry him.

Trivia

She and her husband shared many discussions about evolution and religion.

Family Life

Three of her sons had distinguished careers of their own.

Associated With

Before her marriage she spent time in Paris studying the piano under the great composer Frederic Chopin.