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The Religion Virus: Why We Believe In God: An Evolutionist Explains Religion's Incredible Hold On Humanity

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by Craig A. James

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Why do some beliefs become extinct while others adapt and flourish? James shows us how genetic evolution and cultural evolution, though operating at different rates, are one and the same. Recent science has gone a long way toward explaining the origin of religious belief in evolutionary terms, but Craig James has cracked open the mystery of its tenacity. Religion does not exist for us, it exists for its own sake. Like a selfish gene or a parasite, the religion virus catches a free ride in the minds of our species, infecting our history and culture.

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ISBN13: 9781846942723

ISBN10: 1846942721

Language: English

Publisher: John Hunt Pub

Publication Year: 2010

Format: Paperback

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Evolutionary perspective on why religion persists today.
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If you've ever wondered why religious beliefs are so deeply ingrained in human history and culture, this book offers a fascinating scientific explanation. Craig James blends biology and cultural analysis to reveal how religion operates like a genetic trait, spread and survives in our minds. It's a compelling read for anyone curious about the roots and resilience of faith from an evolutionary point of view.

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The Religion Virus: Why We Believe In God: An Evolutionist Explains Religion's Incredible Hold On Humanity