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River out of Eden

A Darwinian View of Life

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River out of Eden

Written by: Richard Dawkins
Narrated by: Richard Dawkins, Lalla Ward
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How did the replication bomb we call "life" begin, and where in the world, or rather, in the universe, is it heading? Writing with characteristic wit and an ability to clarify complex phenomena (the New York Times described his style as "[T]he sort of science writing that makes the reader feel like a genius"), Richard Dawkins confronts this ancient mystery.

©1995 Richard Dawkins (P)2015 Orion Publishing Group
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Clarifies how genes work for laymen!

A very well read audiobook which covers a lot about how genes function and how propagating DNA is at the heart of the survival of any species! Various examples have been given to explain each separate part of the process, which make it as easy for readers without much background in the sciences to understand!
What I feel would have added to a more nuanced vision is the inclusion of society and civilization and how it impacts the propagation of genes in humans! Overall it's a very revealing read and I highly recommend this book, especially after The Selfish Gene!

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River out of Eden

It’s written by my hero, like a hero. Richard Dawkins, makes the most complex subject of evolution, flow like a river.

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scientific & poetic

a must read for those who have intriguing existential questions about life & its immense complexity.

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