The Extended Phenotype by Richard Dawkins – How Genes Shape the World (1999 Trade Paperback)-image
The Extended Phenotype by Richard Dawkins – How Genes Shape the World (1999 Trade Paperback)-image

The Extended Phenotype by Richard Dawkins – How Genes Shape the World (1999 Trade Paperback)

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Intended Audience: Trade LCCN: 98-044794 Edition Description: Revised edition Author: Richard Dawkins LC Classification Number: QH375.D38 1999 Genre: Science Item Weight: 12.7 Oz Item Height: 0.7 in Reviews: Review from previous edition: 'The sort of popular science writing that makes the reader feel like a genius.' New York Times, This entertaining and thought-provoking book is an excellent illustration of why the study of evolution is in such an exciting ferment these days., The Extended Phenotype is a sequel to The Selfish Gene ... he writes so clearly it could be understood by anyone prepared to make the effort Number of Pages: 336 Pages Format: Trade Paperback Synopsis: By the best selling author of The Selfish Gene 'This entertaining and thought-provoking book is an excellent illustration of why the study of evolution is in such an exciting ferment these days.' Science 'The Extended Phenotype is a sequel to The Selfish Gene . . . he writes so clearly it could be understood by anyone prepared to make the effort' John Maynard Smith, London Review of Books 'Dawkins is quite incapable of being boring this characteristically brilliant and stimulating book is original and provocative throughout, and immensely enjoyable.' G. A. Parker, Heredity 'The extended phenotype is certainly a big idea and it is pressed hard in dramatic language.' Sydney Brenner, Nature 'Richard Dawkins, our most radical Darwinian thinker, is also our best science writer.' Douglas Adams 'Dawkins is a superb communicator. His books are some of the best books ever written on science.' Megan Tressider, Guardian 'Dawkins is a genius of science popularization.' Mark Ridley, The Times, This is a revised edition with a new afterword by Daniel Dennett. The Extended Phenotype carries on from where The Selfish Gene takes off. It is a fascinating look at the evolution of life and natural selection. Dawkins's theory is that individual organisms are replicators that have extended phenotypic effects on society and the world at large, thus our genes have the ability to manipulate other individuals. A worldwide bestseller, this book has become a classic in popular science writing. Item Length: 7.7 in Book Title: Extended Phenotype : the Long Reach of the Gene Dewey Decimal: 576.53 ISBN-10: 0192880519 Language: English Features: Revised gtin13: 9780192880512 Publication Year: 1999 Table Of Content: 1. Necker Cubes and Buffaloes; 2. Genetic Determinism and Gene Selectionism; 3. Constraints on Perfection; 4. Arms Races and Manipulation; 5. The Active Germ-Line Replicator; 6. Organisms, Groups and Memes: Replicators or Vehicles?; 7. Selfish Wasp or Selfish Strategy?; 8. Outlaws and Modifiers; 9. Selfish DNA, Jumping Genes, and a Lamarckian Scare; 10. An Agony in Five Fits; 11. The Genetic Evolution of Animal Artefacts; 12. Host Phenotypes of Parasite Genes; 13. Action at a Distance; 14. Rediscovering the Organism; References; Afterword by Daniel Dennett; Glossary; Author Index; Subject Index. Dewey Edition: 23 Illustrator: Yes Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated ISBN-13: 9780192880512 Edition: 2 brand: Oxford University Press, Incorporated Book Series: Popular Science Ser. TitleLeading: The Topic: Life Sciences / Evolution, Life Sciences / Genetics & Genomics Item Width: 5.1 in

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The Extended Phenotype: The Long Reach of the Gene (Popular Science) Dawkins, Richard paperback Publisher: Oxford University Press Aug 5 1999 Edition: ISBN: 9780192880512 Description: Used - Good Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Internal SKU: K06A-00986 Wonder Book has been in business since 1980 and online since 1997! We have three brick and mortar stores in Baltimore/DC region and over 2 million books online. We have served millions of happy customers. Our merchandise is 100% guaranteed! Simply return the item within 30 days of purchase for a refund. Most of our items ship within one business day via DHL or USPS. Standard Continental U.S. Shipments will arrive within 3-7 business days, Priority 2-6. Check out our multiple item shipping discounts. Check out our other listings! We have over 150,000 additional titles in books/movies/music categories and we are adding 100''s of titles every day so please subscribe to our listings.

  1. This book is a fascinating deep dive into evolutionary biology, expanding on Dawkins' groundbreaking ideas. The used copy arrived in good condition as described—some minor notes inside but perfectly readable. A must-read for anyone interested in genetics and the broader impact of genes beyond the organism. The concepts are complex but presented in Dawkins' signature engaging style. Great value for such an influential work!

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