“The patient typically finds himself impelled by some deep, inner conviction that something is true, or right, or virtuous: a conviction that doesn't seem to owe anything to evidence or reason, but which, nevertheless, he feels as totally compelling and convincing. We doctors refer to such a belief as 'faith'.”
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into various scientific and philosophical topics, reflecting on the intersection of science, skepticism, and the complexities of human existence. more
Richard Dawkins is a British ethologist, writer, and thinker, known for his contributions to evolutionary theory, particularly in the field of modern synthesis. He is widely recognized for his best-selling book 'The Selfish Gene', which explains the central role of genes in biological evolution. Dawkins has made significant impacts in the field of science communication and has sparked widespread discussions about human behavior and morality. more
“Mutation is random; natural selection is the very opposite of random.”
“Most people are alive in an earlier time, but you must be alive in our own time.”