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Science & Nature· United Kingdom

The Selfish Gene

by Richard Dawkins
Aggregate Editorial Score43/100
Goodreads Choice Award
Published 1976352 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Richard Dawkins's The Selfish Gene (1976) stands as one of the most significant works of science & nature of its era. Dawkins proposes that genes, not organisms, are the fundamental unit of natural selection, and introduces the concept of the 'meme.' One of the most influential science books of the twentieth century, it transformed evolutionary biology's public understanding. Themes of evolution, genetics, biology run through the work. The book has received recognition from Goodreads Choice Award 1976.

Book Details

AuthorRichard Dawkins
Published1976
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Pages352
Category🔬 Science & Nature
ISBN9780198788607
Editorial Score43/100
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Non-fiction exploring the natural world and scientific discovery.

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Awards & Recognition

Goodreads Choice Award
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197613
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Richard Dawkins
United Kingdom
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Selfish Gene about?

Dawkins proposes that genes, not organisms, are the fundamental unit of natural selection, and introduces the concept of the 'meme.' One of the most influential science books of the twentieth century, it transformed evolutionary biology's public understanding.

Who wrote The Selfish Gene?

The Selfish Gene was written by Richard Dawkins, from United Kingdom. First published in 1976.

What awards has The Selfish Gene won?

The Selfish Gene has received the following awards and honours: Goodreads Choice Award 1976.

Is The Selfish Gene worth reading?

The Selfish Gene is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 13/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in evolution, genetics, biology.

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