Potential concern: carrying a book with “Richard Dawkins” written on the front in big letters into a school where most of the teachers are overtly religious is not a recipe for success. Trust me on this.
That said, it’s getting very positive reviews and Dawkins is a pretty good writer in general.
I am personally interested in Dawkins’ book, however my parents are also fairly religious and so I think it is already a stretch for them to foster my sister’s interest in science. I was frankly surprised when they asked me for ideas for good science gifts. I think Dawkins’ book might be pushing the envelope too far with them and would rather pick my battles more wisely.
Potential concern: carrying a book with “Richard Dawkins” written on the front in big letters into a school where most of the teachers are overtly religious is not a recipe for success. Trust me on this.
That said, it’s getting very positive reviews and Dawkins is a pretty good writer in general.
I am personally interested in Dawkins’ book, however my parents are also fairly religious and so I think it is already a stretch for them to foster my sister’s interest in science. I was frankly surprised when they asked me for ideas for good science gifts. I think Dawkins’ book might be pushing the envelope too far with them and would rather pick my battles more wisely.