“Show me a cultural relativist at 30,000 feet and I'll show you a hypocrite ... If you are flying to an international congress of anthropologists or literary critics, the reason you will probably get there - the reason you don't plummet into a ploughed field - is that a lot of Western scientifically trained engineers have got their sum right.”
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
“I wanted you to thank you for being my friend and letting me play a part in your story.”
“Persistence is the key to solving most mysteries.”
“Is this the life you really want? Or is it just the fantasy of it?”
“Thinking like your prey. . . that's where you find their vulnerabilities.”
“Maybe I'll be like that man in "The Hanging Tree'. Still waiting for an answer.”