So he went on. he seemed likely to become a country priest like hundreds of others,
sharing his time between his work and his interest in natural history and country life.
He had a deep faith in god and a lasting interest in religion. At this time he did not doubt that
every word of the bible was true.
then a letter arrived from Captain Robert FitzRoy which changed his life. FitzRoy was planning
to make a voyage around the world on a ship called the Beagle.