Celebrating 50 years, this 5th edition of Richard Dawkins's critically acclaimed international bestseller, The Selfish Gene, remains one of the most influential and enduring science books of all time. Originally published in 1976, this work galvanized the biology community by introducing Professor Dawkins's gene's-eye view of evolution, offering a completely novel way of looking at survival.

This monumental work continues to spark fascination and debate among scientists and science-enthusiasts fifty years later, inspiring new directions in research and fresh generations of life scientists. First-time and returning readers will appreciate the timelessness and universality of this classic.

• 50th Anniversary Edition: Includes a new epilogue where Professor Dawkins reflects on the signature publication's enduring relevance.
• New Appendix: Sheds historical and personal light on the perpetual relevance of the 'selfish gene' concept.
• Influential Science: A classic in evolutionary biology, introducing the gene's-eye view of evolution.
• Oxford Landmark Science: Part of a series recognized for crystallizing big ideas in modern science writing.
• Millions of copies sold globally and translated into over 30 languages.

• Author: Richard Dawkins
• Edition: 5th Edition
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 544 pages
• Publication Date: June 1, 2026
• Dimensions: 130 x 195 x 40 mm (Approx. 5.1 x 7.7 x 1.6 inches)
• Weight: 449 g
• ISBN-10: 019898538X
• ISBN-13: 978-0198985389

Discover why The Selfish Gene remains essential reading for anyone interested in biological evolution and animal behaviour science.