Richard Dawkins On His Life In Science

By Steve Kraske,

Published October 5, 2015 at 4:32 PM CDT

Evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins has captured the world's attention promoting scientific literacy and a secular world view. Steve Kraske speaks with him about his latest memoir, Brief Candle in the Dark: My Life in Science, a sequel to his An Appetite for Wonder.

Richard Dawkins will speak at 7p.m. Thursday September 8 at Unity Temple on The Plaza. The event is presented by Rainy Day Books, the Linda Hall Library & The Kansas City Star. For tickets and information visit www.rainydaybooks.com.

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Steve Kraske

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