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Darwin's Dangerous Idea

Evolution and the Meanings of Life

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Darwin's Dangerous Idea

By: Daniel C. Dennett
Narrated by: Kevin Stillwell
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In a book that is both groundbreaking and accessible, Daniel C. Dennett, whom Chet Raymo of The Boston Globe calls "one of the most provocative thinkers on the planet", focuses his unerringly logical mind on the theory of natural selection, showing how Darwin's great idea transforms and illuminates our traditional view of humanity's place in the universe. Dennett vividly describes the theory itself and then extends Darwin's vision with impeccable arguments to their often surprising conclusions, challenging the views of some of the most famous scientists of our day.

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©2013 Daniel C. Dennett (P)2013 Audible, Inc. Biological Sciences Evolution Evolution & Genetics History Philosophy Science Mathematics
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This book is a brilliant read and I enjoyed it but it suffers from being behind the pace. It was written in 1995, so the themes and discussions are still relevant however the examples and critiques are stale. I recommend it as a starter for the subject as it is an engaging overview.

Erudite Albeit Dated

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One of the best books on evolution I've ever read, it will likely transform the way you see the world forever. The chapter on Gould alone is worth getting this book for; it is an amazingly devastating critique of some of the most infamous and popular attempts made to contain the universal acid.

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this book is mind blowing. totally worth listening to although hard to follow at times

an incredible book. really rewarding

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The chapters are all jumbled. Will be refunding until this is rectified. Given Dennetts other work, I'm sure it's great, when read in order.

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