What if every living creature carried a record of its evolutionary past, written into its body and genes?

In The Genetic Book of the Dead, renowned evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins explores a fascinating new way of understanding evolution, revealing how the characteristics of animals and other organisms tell the stories of the environments their ancestors once inhabited.

From desert lizards whose camouflage reflects the landscapes of their evolutionary past to the intricate adaptations found throughout the natural world, Dawkins explains how natural selection has shaped every aspect of life over millions of years.

Drawing on remarkable examples from across the animal kingdom, he explores the extraordinary successes and occasional imperfections of evolution, while examining the role of genes in shaping the diversity of life on Earth.

Richly illustrated and filled with thought-provoking ideas, The Genetic Book of the Dead offers a fresh perspective on Darwinian evolution and the hidden history carried within every living organism.

An engaging and insightful read for anyone interested in biology, genetics, natural history, and the extraordinary story of life on Earth.

Named one of the Best Books of 2024 by The Times, The Guardian, The Economist, and the Financial Times.