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Nicos
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Stella line up of circa 20 writers discussing the impact of Dawkins‘s work. Really good.

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Gabe.DeCastro
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“The Selfish Gene” by Richard Dawkins, discusses and explains the selfishness of genes in their goals of survival and repopulation. At the start of the book, Richard Dawkins brings up the theory of the primordial soup — the origin of life, where life forms were first able to rise by feeding on the organic material within the primordial soup. Despite being simple microscopic creatures, competition between them was still very imminent.

Gabe.DeCastro The basic creatures were explained to be different from each other, with some having longer longevity than others, some with faster reproduction speeds, etc. With these differences, these simple lifeforms competed with each other; with the goal of populating and dominating the primordial soup. Billions of years of evolution later, and with the help of drastic environmental changes. 3w
Gabe.DeCastro The simple lifeforms became much more complex, creating their own survival machines (as described by Richard Dawkins) that help assist them in their goal of survival and reproduction. 3w
Gabe.DeCastro Later on in the book, Richard Dawkins begins explaining the main topic of the book, the selfishness of genes. The competition between the primordial lifeforms are still very present and is constantly happening, but is much more now much more complex due to increased diversity in the world. 3w
Gabe.DeCastro Later on in the book, Richard Dawkins argues that behaviours of organisms— such as altruism, cooperation, and competition with other species, are strategies that help creatures survive and pass down the genes they carry. Another thing later brought up were “memes”, the spreading of culture, words, phrases, etc. Richard Dawkins discusses about the similarities between the two and also talks about the differences. 3w
Gabe.DeCastro The theme of the book is nonfiction science, and is present throughout the story through the theories and explanations of Richard Dawkins. If you enjoy nonfiction science/biology books, then this book is perfect for you. As it provides many theories from many biologists, provides a new perspective on evolution, and gives clear explanations of ideas. 3w
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Gabe.DeCastro
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The book “The Selfish Gene”, created by Richard Dawkins, is an award winning book about the understanding of natural selection and evolution. Richard Dawkins explains and describes how genes could be both selfish and altruistic, while providing basic context behind the information to better help the reader understand. The book is packed with knowledge about evolution and natural selection, even going as far as explaining life from the start.

Gabe.DeCastro The book goes in depth about evolution, genes, relationships, and animals. Richard Dawkins describes animals, plants, and microorganisms to be machines. Machines for genes to ensure for their survival. To ensure the continuity of the gene, the machines (the animal, plant, microorganisms) must be selfish in their own way. This selfishness is thoroughly explained throughout the book while also bringing up how machines could also altruistic. 2mo
Gabe.DeCastro The book is perfect for those who are interested in the thought of evolution and natural selection, as it explains the process and other scientific information that back it up. 2mo
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Darklunarose
Backyard Insects | Paul Horne, Denis Crawford
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I really enjoyed learning about some of the common insects that we find here. And learning some facts that I never know!

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Darklunarose
Backyard Insects | Paul Horne, Denis Crawford
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Loving the colour of this baby blanket. It‘s brighter than the photo shows.

TheBookHippie Lovely. 2mo
AnnCrystal 🤩💖. 2mo
dabbe 🤩🤩🤩 2mo
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Darklunarose
Backyard Insects Updated Edition | Paul Horne, Denis Crawford
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Waiting at the dr with son child for a toe check. It‘s so quiet here!

AnnCrystal 🙏💝. 2mo
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Darklunarose
Backyard Insects Updated Edition | Paul Horne, Denis Crawford
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A beautiful day for reading outside while waiting to be picked up. It‘s been wet, hot, humid, stormy here and this week coming looks like a lot of the same coming. I swear it wasn‘t this tropical in Adelaide when I was a child! This is Queensland weather!

AnnCrystal 😍👍💝. 2mo
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Darklunarose
Backyard Insects Updated Edition | Paul Horne, Denis Crawford
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I have ways loved the idea of seeing a hatterpillar in real life. A few years ago we came across one..l10 mm long..in Belair national park. I‘m so glad we only took photos and always respect wildlife …cause ouch! And I only found that out reading this! 😳

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Darklunarose
Backyard Insects Updated Edition | Paul Horne, Denis Crawford
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Spending time reading at the drs while we wait to be called in. My son has foot surgery last week. We brought special bags to go over his foot to shower and of course when he tried this morning it didn‘t work…so we are waiting for bandage changes. At least it‘s quiet here!

AnnCrystal 🙏💝. 2mo
Pogue I worked ortho and the best way to shower with bandages was a plain old plastic bag and lots of paper tape. I hope he heals well and fast. 2mo
Darklunarose @Pogue I‘ll remember the next time (I‘m sure there will be, he is a rough and tumble guy who is talking playing rugby next year). It‘s healing so very very well. Just need to get it sorted! 2mo
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Chelsea.Poole
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Another “longevity” studies book. I‘ve read several of these types of books that explores the ways to prolong the human lifespan but this one is interesting because it focuses on animals and the natural world. How can scientists apply what they learn about how animals live longer to medicines and behaviors to promote longevity in humans? I wasn‘t blown away but I did enjoy this perspective and I‘m glad there‘s dedicated research to this endeavor.

sarahbarnes I‘m also fascinated by this topic. 3mo
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