The Social Conquest of Earth by Edward O. Wilson audiobook

The Social Conquest of Earth

By Edward O. Wilson
Read by Jonathan Hogan

Recorded Books, Inc.

Unabridged

Format : Library CD (In Stock)
  • 3 Formats: CD
  • 3 Formats: Library CD
  • 3 Formats: MP3 CD

  • ISBN: 9781664410923

  • ISBN: 9781664518759

  • ISBN: 9781664667495

Runtime: 10.48 Hours
Category: Nonfiction/Social Science
Audience: Adult
Language: English
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Summary

Summary

A New York Times bestseller

A 2012 Washington Post Notable Book for Nonfiction

One of the 2012 New York Times Book Review 100 Notable Books for Nonfiction

A 2012 Kirkus Reviews Top 25 Book for Nonfiction

A 2012 Booklist Editors’ Choice Selection for Nonfiction: Science

A Kirkus Reviews “New and Notable Title”, April 2012

Edward O. Wilson is one of the world's preeminent biologists, a Pulitzer Prize winner, and the author of more than 25 books. The defining work in a remarkable career, The Social Conquest of Earth boldly addresses age-old questions (Where did we come from? What are we? Where are we going?) while delving into the biological sources of morality, religion, and the creative arts. "Wilson's new theory . could transform our understanding of human nature."-Atlantic

Editorial Reviews

Editorial Reviews

“Religion. Sports. War. Biologist E. O. Wilson says our drive to join a group—and to fight for it—is what makes us human.”  —Newsweek
“Wilson’s examples of insect eusociality are dazzling…There are obvious parallels with human practices like war and agriculture, but Wilson is also sensitive to the differences…This book offers a detailed reconstruction of what we know about the evolutionary histories of these two very different conquerors. Wilson’s careful and clear analysis reminds us that scientific accounts of our origins aren’t just more accurate than religious stories; they are also a lot more interesting.”   —New York Times Book Review
“A sweeping argument about the biological origins of complex human culture. It is full of both virtuosity and raw, abrupt assertions that are nonetheless well-crafted and captivating…It is fascinating to see such a distinguished scientist optimistic about the future.”  —Wall Street Journal
“The Social Conquest of the Earth has set off a scientific furor…The controversy is fueled by a larger debate about the evolution of altruism. Can true altruism even exist? Is generosity a sustainable trait? Or are living things inherently selfish, our kindness nothing but a mask? This is science with existential stakes.”  —New Yorker

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Author Bio: Edward O. Wilson

Author Bio: Edward O. Wilson

Edward O. Wilson (1929-2021) was the author of more than thirty books, including Anthill, Letters to a Young Scientist, and The Conquest of Nature. The winner of two Pulitzer Prizes, he was a professor emeritus at Harvard University.

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Available Formats : CD, Library CD, MP3 CD
Category: Nonfiction/Social Science
Runtime: 10.48
Audience: Adult
Language: English

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