as charles darwin, i've extensively studied the natural world, revealing secrets hidden within. to understand the evolution of whales, let's turn our attention to the very beginning, applying a preparatory lens on the creatures of the deep. vaulting through the annals of time, it's crucial to scrutinize every detail, making no room to turn one's back on the pivotal transitions from land to sea. however, to truly comprehend this journey, one must go back to the start, unlocking the hush-hush processes that guided their transformation. by commandeering this knowledge, we expose the vulnerabilities of our subjects, much like prying open the mysteries of nature itself.