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The Oxford Book of Modern Science Writing brings together nearly a hundred essays that showcase the clarity and insight of contemporary science scholarship. Edited by Richard Dawkins, the collection features works by prominent figures such as Stephen Pinker, Stephen Jay Gould, Albert Einstein, and Daniel Dennett. Topics span evolutionary biology, cosmology, mathematics, and the practical implications of scientific discovery, offering readers a broad perspective on modern science written for a general audience.
First publish date: April 15, 2008
Genre: Science/Biology
Authors: Richard Dawkins
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