Darwin’s Dangerous Idea: Evolution and the Meanings of Life

Philosophy History & Survey

Author: Daniel C. Dennett

In Darwin’s Dangerous Idea: Evolution and the Meanings of Life Daniel C. Dennett argues that the theory of evolution can demystify the miracles of life without devaluing our most cherished beliefs.From the moment it first appeared, Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution by natural selection has been controversial: misrepresented, abused, denied and fiercely debated. In this….Read More

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