Sex and the Origins of Death

Exploring the concept of death, the book examines how obligatory death due to natural aging is a relatively recent development in the history of life, emerging over a billion years after life first appeared. It posits that this programmed death coincided with the advent of sexual reproduction, suggesting a significant evolutionary shift. Through this lens, the author delves into the relationship between aging, reproduction, and the evolution of life itself, challenging traditional perceptions of mortality.