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Darwin's Dangerous Idea: Evolution and the Meanings of Life by Daniel C. Dennett

matchesmalone's review

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challenging informative reflective slow-paced

4.0

unwovenrainbow's review against another edition

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5.0

I really enjoyed this book. As a non scientist, I sometimes found all of the information about evolution a touch overwhelming, but, broadly speaking, it was really helpful to have a more detailed understanding of Darwin to help with my understanding of human development/human nature. Dennett helped me see evolutionary psychology in a new light. I also found some of his discussion about religious freedom compelling. I will read more Dennett in the future.

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4.0

Really struggled with Chapter 10. It really degraded to personal attacks (I'm so clever because I'm down with Artificial Life - remember that agenda? - whereas SJG doesn't even use a word processor). This kind of thing doesn't agree well or reflect your future self in a good light.