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Science in the Soul
- Selected Writings of a Passionate Rationalist
- Narrated by: Richard Dawkins, Lalla Ward, Gillian Somerscales
- Length: 14 hrs and 40 mins
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The audiobook edition of Science in the Soul by Richard Dawkins, read by the author, Lalla Ward and Gillian Somerscales.
This edition includes a bonus PDF of a bibliography and references.
Richard Dawkins - author of The Selfish Gene, The Blind Watchmaker, and The God Delusion - is one of science's greatest communicators. This anthology of more than forty pieces is a kaleidoscopic argument for the power and the glory of science.
Breathtaking, brilliant and passionate, these essays, journalism, lectures and letters make an unanswerable case for the wonder of scientific discovery and its power to stir the imagination; for the practical necessity of scientific endeavour to society; and for the importance of the scientific way of thinking – particularly in today’s ‘post-truth’ world.
With an introduction and new commentary by the author, subjects range from evolution and Darwinian natural selection to the role of scientist as prophet, whether science is itself a religion, the probability of alien life in other worlds, and the beauties, cruelties and oddities of earthly life in this one. Alongside the explications, the celebrations and the controversies are wonderfully funny ventures into satire and parody, and moving personal reflections in memory and honour of others.
Science in the Soul is a sparkling showcase for Professor Dawkins' rapier wit, the clarity, precision and vigour he brings to an argument, the beauty of his prose, the depth of his feeling and his capacity for joy.
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- S D BALL
- 13-08-17
Let's face it, it's Dawkins, it's got to be good.
Dawkins is a wonderful science educator and himself a shining candle in the dark. I would recommend reading/listening to all of his books.
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- Dirk
- 09-09-18
Exceptional!
A great book from one of the most rational and intelligent people that have ever lived. If you've never read one of his previous books, this would be a good one to begin with. Then read the rest.
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- George
- 25-04-18
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A very entertaining and educational read.This book differs somewhat to his other more scientific books as he delves into other non science areas which makes it even more entertaining!
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- Sam
- 07-10-17
A must for anyone who enjoys logical argument.
This collection of works by the author, with some editorial pieces added in, is a masterpiece.
Richard Dawkins is about as clear a thinker as one could hope to ever meet. His entire thought process is so accessible and rational, you will find yourself drawn in inexorably.
The narration is first class both in terms of clarity and speed.
Be forewarned: this work may, as it did to me, make you weep for the loss of potential engendered in modern humanity. It will, however, bring you through this despair and into the light of possibility and wonder, the hallmark of Professor Dawkin's arguments.
Prepare to ride the rollercoaster that is scientific discovery and be amazed by all the things that you did not know. Those previously unknown subjects will have a bright torch shone upon them and leave you wondering, how you could ever have failed to see something so patently obvious before?
I cannot recommend this book highly enough, for unlike Professor Dawkins, my language fails me. Instead, be assured this book will educate you thoroughly, everyone, from child to Doctor, from the curious to the academic.
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- RudeMatrix
- 07-10-17
Great collection of dawkins
I loved the range of subject Dawkins used his formidable reason and logic on. Very enjoyable and I learned a lot.
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- CopperBeardy
- 08-11-18
Outstanding content
great read for those with a open mind. variety of topics covered all very intresting put.
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- Samuel Millar
- 09-10-17
Concentrated cerebric acid
Made all the more "listenable" by a newfound growl, Dawkins' collection is a grand tour of the inspirational, textured by ascerbic polemic and at once schoolboyish and educational. It celebrates the best of the subject of science - and of its object, our beautiful, bewildering world.
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- J. Hughes
- 04-09-17
Everyone should hear this
We can all learn from these writings. Essential reading for life, unless you have no interest in the world?
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- Ian
- 28-10-17
Food for the mind
Aside from the "humour" section, which I found literally sleep inducing, this collection of popular science writings is inspiring and satisfying. I found the different voices jarring to begin with, but there's enough of Dawkins there to make this a worthwhile purchase.
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- Andy
- 09-10-17
Laugh, Think and Cry but mainly think
A book written and delivered so well, and one that lives up to its title, I cannot recommend enough.
It made me smile and often laugh out loud, even on a crowded tube, parts made me cry but almost all of it made me think and learn.
If you think science and scientists lack the ability and soul to entertain this book will prove you wrong!
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