Overview

In this thought-provoking book, Ed Sexton explains Dawkins' ideas and shows how they have been widely misunderstood. By separating the rhetoric of the man from the content of his theory, criticisms of the selfish gene can be uncovered and analysed. The myth of Dawkins' genetic determinism is exposed, shattering the sterile dichotomy between Nature and Nuture that has hindered so much of our previous thinking about life and the mind. This offers the possibility of a new synthesis between evolutionary theory and psychology - evolutionary psychology. Clearly and engagingly written, Dawkins and the Selfish Gene will appeal to all those struggling to make sense of the recent avalanche of discoveries in genetics and developmental biology.

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Author:   Oliver Curry
Publisher:   Icon Books
Imprint:   Icon Books
Dimensions:   Width: 11.10cm , Height: 0.60cm , Length: 17.80cm
Weight:   0.070kg
ISBN:  

9781840462388

ISBN 10:   1840462388
Pages:   80
Publication Date:   05 March 2001
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Temporarily unavailable  
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Ed Sexton holds degrees in Biology and Philosophy of Science, and specialised in the philosophy of biological sciences. He is currently a freelance writer and journalist.

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