Darwin’s Dangerous Idea: Evolution and the Meanings of Life
by Daniel C. Dennett
Darwin's Dangerous Idea: Evolution and the Meanings of Life by Daniel C. Dennett holds a highly rated rating of 4.03 out of 5, based on 11.1K reader ratings. First published in 1995. The book spans 588 pages.
About Darwin's Dangerous Idea: Evolution and the Meanings of Life
In a book that is both groundbreaking and accessible, Daniel C. Dennett, whom Chet Raymo of The Boston Globe calls "one of the most provocative thinkers on the planet," focuses his unerringly logical mind on the theory of natural selection, showing how Darwin's great idea transforms and illuminates our traditional view of humanity's place in the universe. Dennett vividly describes the theory itself and then extends Darwin's vision with impeccable arguments to their often surprising conclusions, challenging the views of some of the most famous scientists of our day.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Daniel C. Dennett |
| Published | 1995 |
| Pages | 588 |
| Genres | Science, Philosophy, Non-Fiction, History, Religion & Spirituality |
| Average Rating | 4.03 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 11,090 |
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Darwin's Dangerous Idea: Evolution and the Meanings of Life is categorized as Science, Philosophy, Non-Fiction, History. Its primary genre classification is Philosophy.
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Darwin's Dangerous Idea: Evolution and the Meanings of Life has 588 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
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Darwin's Dangerous Idea: Evolution and the Meanings of Life was written by Daniel C. Dennett. It was first published in 1995.
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The ISBN-13 for Darwin's Dangerous Idea: Evolution and the Meanings of Life is 9780684824710.0.
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