The Selfish Gene: Understanding the Biological Battle for Survival

Chapter 1:Summary of The Selfish Gene<br> <br> The Selfish Gene by Richard Dawkins explores the concept of the gene as the primary unit of selection in evolution. Dawkins argues that genes are selfish entities that strive to maximize their own replication, and that they are responsible for the behavior and traits of organisms. He introduces the concept of the "selfish gene" as the driving force behind evolutionary processes.<br> <br> Dawkins uses various examples and analogies to explain his point, such as the idea of genes as "survival machines" that use organisms as vehicles to propagate themselves. He also...