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Replicators: DNA, Memes, and Evolution
This chapter explores the concept of replicators, focusing on DNA and memes as mechanisms of replication and evolution. It examines the implications for personal agency within evolutionary biology and discusses the parallels between evolutionary theory and economic principles, particularly in parental investment. The chapter also highlights the dynamics of conflict during pregnancy, where fetal and maternal interests may clash, presenting a fascinating view of evolutionary struggle.