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Richard Dawkins

Richard Dawkins is represented in the Globusz Books library by 4 reviewed books. This page brings those summaries together so readers can compare the author’s available work before choosing what to read.

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Reviewed summary

The Extended Phenotype

Richard Dawkins reveals that genes don’t just build bodies—they reach out and shape the environment too. From beaver dams to parasite mind control, genes manipulate the world far beyond their hosts. This book forces you to rethink where an organism ends and its influence begins.

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Reviewed summary

The Extended Phenotype: The Long Reach of the Gene

Richard Dawkins flips the script on evolution by showing genes don't just shape bodies—they reach into environments and other organisms. Think beaver dams and parasite mind games as gene-driven power plays. This isn't your typical biology lesson; it's a deep dive into how genes pull strings far beyond what meets the eye.

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The Magic of Reality: How We Know What's Really True

Richard Dawkins strips away ancient myths to reveal the astonishing truths science uncovers about our world. Why settle for dragons and gods when the real explanations are far more fascinating? This book challenges readers to embrace reality’s own kind of magic—no spells required.

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The Selfish Gene

In "The Selfish Gene," Richard Dawkins flips evolution on its head by putting genes—not individuals—at the center of natural selection. Your body is just a survival machine for these relentless DNA replicators. Why do animals sometimes act kindly yet other times ruthlessly? Because genes are programmed to maximize their own survival, no matter the cost.

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