Richard Dawkins – British evolutionary biologist and writer of the 20th–21st century, author of The Selfish Gene and The God Delusion, leading science populariser and outspoken critic of religion. He introduced the term “meme” as a unit of cultural evolution.
✨ Born in Kenya, he spent his childhood in Africa, sparking his fascination with nature. 📖 The Selfish Gene (1976) revolutionised evolutionary thought. 💡 Coined the term “meme” for cultural ideas and practices. 🎓 Taught at Oxford University as Professor for Public Understanding of Science. 📚 The God Delusion (2006) stirred worldwide debate. 🌍 Considered one of the “New Atheists” alongside Dennett, Harris, and Hitchens. 🎥 Appeared in numerous documentaries on science and religion. 🤔 Curious: his speeches often provoked fiery backlash from religious groups. 😄 Funny: joked that “memes spread faster than common sense.”