Darwin's Dangerous Idea
Subtitle: Evolution and the Meanings of Life
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Published: June 12, 1996
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 586
ISBN-13: 9780684824710
Subjects: Mathematics and Science; Philosophy; Human evolution; Science; Science/Mathematics; History & Surveys - General; Life Sciences - Evolution; Science / General; General; Evolution (Biology); Natural selection
First sentence: We used to sing a lot when I was a child, around the campfire at summer camp, at school and Sunday school, or gathered around the piano at home.
Description: Offers a wider perspective on Darwin's scientific theory of natural selection, explaining how it extends beyond biology, analyzing current controversies over the origins of life and inherent biases, and challenging popular philosophies.