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Darwin's Dangerous Idea: Evolution and the Meanings of Life
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Darwin's Dangerous Idea: Evolution and the Meanings of Life
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Daniel C. Dennett
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:592 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 129 |
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| Category/Genre | Philosophy of science |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780140167344
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| Classifications | Dewey:575.0162 |
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Publishing Details |
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Penguin Books Ltd
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| Imprint |
Penguin Books Ltd
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| Publication Date |
26 September 1996 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
This work assesses Darwin's theory of evolution and looks at why it arises such heated debate among scientists, philosophers and sociologists. The book aims to show that Darwinism does not devalue the miracles of life.
Author Biography
Daniel Dennett is the author of Brainstorms, Brainchildren, Elbow Room, Consciousness Explained and Darwin's Dangerous Idea. He is currently the Distinguished Arts and Sciences Professor and Director of the Center for Cognitive Studies at Tufts University. He lives in North Andover, Massachusetts.
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