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“No matter how much knowledge and wisdom you acquire during your life, not one jot will be passed on to your children by genetic means. Each new generation starts from scratch.”

Quote by Richard Dawkins

Book:The Selfish Gene: 40th Anniversary edition

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The Selfish Gene: 40th Anniversary edition

Richard Dawkins' seminal work delves into the concept of the gene as the fundamental unit of natural selection, offering insights into the mechanisms of evolution and the nature of life. more

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Richard Dawkins

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

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