The Selfish Gene
About This Book
Published in 1976, The Selfish Gene revolutionized biological thinking by positioning genes as the central drivers of evolution. Richard Dawkins argues that genes operate according to principles of self-interest, a framework that illuminates the extraordinary diversity of behaviors found throughout the animal kingdom. This perspective transformed how scientists understand evolutionary processes.
Who Should Read This?
- People fascinated by the cosmos and humanity’s role within it
- Biology students seeking deeper understanding of evolutionary mechanisms
- Anyone curious about the scientific principles governing life on Earth
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