Release date supplied by publisher. In this classic first book, The Selfish Gene, Dawkins explains how the selfish gene can also be a subtle gene. The world of the selfish gene revolves around savage competition and ruthless exploitation. Yet, Dawkins argues, acts of apparent altruism do exist in nature. Bees will commit suicide when they sting to protect the hive, and birds will risk their lives to warn the flock of an approaching hawk.

Title from container. Recording originally produced by Audible, Inc., p2011. In container (17 cm.). "Bonus Includes an Introduction Read by the Author"--Container.