The Red Queen : Sex and the Evolution of Human Nature
by
Matt Ridley
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Evolutionary insights into the mysteries of human sexuality.
This book is a must-read for anyone curious about the fascinating science of sex and evolution. Through the metaphor of the Red Queen in 'Alice in Wonderland,' it offers a fresh perspective on why we engage in sexual behaviors and how they shape our lives. The author delves into the complexities of mate selection and attractiveness, making it a thought-provoking exploration of human nature. You'll walk away with a deeper understanding of the intriguing science behind our most primal instincts.
The Red Queen : Sex and the Evolution of Human Nature
by
Matt Ridley
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ISBN: 9780140167726
Authors:
Matt Ridley
Publisher: Penguin
Date of Publication: 1994-10-06
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 4.05
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Sex is as fascinating to scientists as it is to the rest of us. A vast pool of knowledge, therefore, has been gleaned from research into the nature of sex, from the contentious problem of why the wasteful reproductive process exists at all, to how individuals choose their mates and what traits they find attractive. This fascinating book explores those findings, and their implications for the sexual behaviour of our own species. It uses the Red Queen from ‘Alice in Wonderland’ – who has to run at full speed to stay where she is – as a metaphor for a whole range of sexual behaviours. The book was shortlisted for the 1994 Rhone-Poulenc Prize for Science Books.‘Animals and plants evolved sex to fend off parasitic infection. Now look where it has got us. Men want BMWs, power and money in order to pair-bond with women who are blonde, youthful and narrow-waisted … a brilliant examination of the scientific debates on the hows and whys of sex and evolution’ Independent.
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