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Unweaving the Rainbow

Science, Delusion and the Appetite for Wonder

by Richard Dawkins · 1998 · 336 pages

About This Book

Richard Dawkins argues that a scientific understanding of the world does not diminish its beauty but rather enhances its poetic nature. He examines how modern science, from genetics to astronomy, provides a deep sense of wonder that rivals the arts. The book also serves as a critique of pseudoscience and superstition, advocating for a rational and awe-filled appreciation of reality.

Book Details

Published

1998

Pages

336

Language

en

ISBN

9780713992144

Awards & Recognition

Royal Society of Literature AwardLos Angeles Times Book Prize (Finalist)

Audiobook Available

11h 51m
Narrated by Richard Dawkins, Lalla Ward

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