Richard Dawkins – The Selfish Gene – First UK Edition 1976
£475.00
A first edition, first printing of The Selfish Gene by Richard Dawkins, published by the Oxford University Press, London in 1976. A very good book with light bumping to the heel of the spine, toning and spotting to the text block, a small damp-stain to bottom edge of prelims. In a near fine unclipped wrapper, some light bumping to the head of the spine and top edge of rear flap fold, spotting internally and the title and author’s name written in blue ink internally.
The Selfish Gene by Richard Dawkins is a landmark work of popular science that explains evolution from a gene-centred perspective. Dawkins argues that genes, rather than individuals or species, are the primary units of natural selection. Using clear examples, he explores altruism, competition, kinship and reproduction, showing how apparently selfless behaviour can serve genetic survival. The book also introduced the term “meme,” making it influential beyond biology, in culture and philosophy.
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A first edition, first printing of The Selfish Gene by Richard Dawkins, published by the Oxford University Press, London in 1976. A very good book with light bumping to the heel of the spine, toning and spotting to the text block, a small damp-stain to bottom edge of prelims. In a near fine unclipped wrapper, some light bumping to the head of the spine and top edge of rear flap fold, spotting internally and the title and author’s name written in blue ink internally.
The Selfish Gene by Richard Dawkins is a landmark work of popular science that explains evolution from a gene-centred perspective. Dawkins argues that genes, rather than individuals or species, are the primary units of natural selection. Using clear examples, he explores altruism, competition, kinship and reproduction, showing how apparently selfless behaviour can serve genetic survival. The book also introduced the term “meme,” making it influential beyond biology, in culture and philosophy.
