Richard Dawkins’ book, The Extended Phenotype: The Long Hand of the Gene, is an exciting and in-depth study that opens up new horizons for the reader in understanding evolution and biology. Published for the first time in 1982, this work remains relevant to this day, attracting interest from both specialists and a wide audience seeking to understand the complex mechanisms that govern life on Earth. Dawkins, known for his provocative views and vivid style of presentation, in this book proposes the concept of an extended phenotype that goes beyond the traditional understanding of the phenotype as a set of physical and behavioral characteristics of an organism. He argues that genes not only shape the bodies and behavior of living things, but also affect the environment, creating a “long arm” of the gene that extends far beyond the individual organism. This means that genes can affect the ecosystem, forming not only the behavior of animals, but also the architecture of their habitat. The book will be of interest to a wide range of readers: from students and teachers of biology to fans of scientific literature and those who just want to better understand nature and evolution. If you are interested in genetics, ecology or evolutionary biology, the “Advanced Phenotype” will be a real discovery for you. This work will also attract the attention of those interested in the philosophy of science and how scientific ideas can change our perception of the world. The topics that Dawkins raises concern not only biology, but also philosophy, psychology and ecology. He examines how evolution shapes not only organisms, but also their interactions with the environment. The book makes us think about how we understand nature and how our perception can be distorted by traditional ideas about what life is and how it develops. Dawkins raises important questions about the role of individuality and collectivity in the evolutionary process, about how genes can “manipulate” organisms to achieve their goals. The style of Richard Dawkins is distinguished by brightness and accessibility, which makes complex scientific concepts understandable to a wide audience. His ability to combine scientific facts with fascinating examples and metaphors allows the reader not only to assimilate information, but also to enjoy reading. Dawkins is the author of many other well-known works, such as The Selfish Gene and God as Illusion, which also touch on topics of evolution and science, and his style retains the same brightness and provocativeness everywhere. The Extended Phenotype: The Long Hand of a Gene is not just a book about genes and evolution, it is a challenge to traditional ideas about life and its mechanisms. It prompts us to reconsider our views on nature and our place in it. If you are ready for an intellectual journey full of discoveries and unexpected twists, this book will become your faithful companion. Do not miss the opportunity to look into a world where genes control not only organisms, but the entire ecosystem - a world that Richard Dawkins masterfully reveals in the pages of his work.