The White Man's Foot

Charles Grant Blairfindie Allen was a prominent Canadian science writer and novelist known for advocating evolution in the late 19th century. After leaving academia in 1876, he established himself as a writer, producing influential essays and literary works. His early writings focused on scientific topics, including notable titles like Physiological Æsthetics and Flowers and Their Pedigrees. Allen's work, particularly his article "Note-Deafness," contributed to the understanding of amusia and garnered recognition in the scientific community, including praise from Oliver Sacks.