Is Mr. Richard Dawkins an able writer, if so, which books are the best he wrote?

Answer 1

The God Delusion is fantastic (if you like that sort of thing). The Ancestor's Tale makes a few good points but, ultimately, it is a little boring. Really, the first Dawkins book you should read is The God Delusion. If you like it, read The Selfish Gene and The Ancestor's Tale.

Of course, I assume you have an interest in biology, genetics, and things of that nature. Dawkins is a biologist and, as such, he often uses scientific terms that can be confusing to most people. For the most part, however, his works are very accessible.

Happy reading!!

Answer 2

Check out some books that dawkins himself has been pushing here in the UK - the free first chapter on this site includes a speech on religion that is genius - http://www.thechroniclesofhope.com/

Answer 3

He is a very good writer when it comes to explain science. His most famous book is The Selfish Gene. Personally I liked more The Ancestor's Tale. It is the history of evolution starting from humans and going back to the first common ancestor of all contemporary organisms. Its really interesting and very well written.
He is not that good when it comes to the matter of evolution versus religion. Maybe it is not his fault, the entire discussion is very emotionaly loaded and there is lack of patience and respect from both sides. I started reading The God Delusion and although I agree more or less with what he says I couldn't read more than half. Its sad to see such a good writer falling so low.
I'd say you start with The Ancestor's Tale. Its a little big but it is a really very good book.

Answer 4

He's a very good writer. I read THE GOD DELUSION and found it fascinating. Some chapters were better than others. Chapter 8 was the best, IMO.

Answer 5

His works are derivative. You would learn more about what he is trying to accomplish by reading Voltaire and Hume.