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The Man who Solved Kindness

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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The Genetic Dance of Altruism

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between genetics and human behavior, tracing the ideas from Darwin to George Price's theories on altruism. It highlights Price's journey as an untrained mathematician who makes significant contributions to genetic research, culminating in a pivotal collaboration with Bill Hamilton.

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