The blind watchmaker

340 pages

English language

Published Jan. 6, 1991 by Penguin books.

ISBN:
978-0-14-014481-9
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This would be a 5-star recommendation to anyone unfamiliar with Darwin's theory of evolution, or who disbelieved in evolution entirely. However, as a biologist, I found quite a lot of the book condescending and a bit boring. I also think the section on LaMarckian theories needs updating. And I dislike the way Dawkins uses his books as a platform to scoff at people he disagrees with (or who have disagreed with him). So, read it if you know nothing about evolution and want to learn more; but give it a miss if you're already familiar with Darwinism.

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Subjects

  • Evolution
  • Natural selection