“There is a hierarchy of entities embedded in larger entities, and in theory the concept of vehicle might be applied to any level of the hierarchy.”
Quote by Richard Dawkins
Work
The Extended Phenotype: The Long Reach of the Gene
This seminal work delves into the concept of the extended phenotype, which includes the effects of an organism's behavior on its environment. The author presents a comprehensive view of how genes can influence the world around them, extending their reach beyond the individual organism. more
Author
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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