Plomin, Robert
Blueprint: How DNA Makes Us Who We Are
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141984261
- author:
- Plomin, Robert
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Science, Biology, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Blueprint of Our Individuality Robert Plomin, a leading expert in behavioural genetics, presents a groundbreaking argument that our DNA plays a profound role in shaping who we are. According to Plomin, the 1% of DNA that differs between people has a significant impact on our intellectual capacity, personality traits, and even our vulnerability to mental illness. In this book, Plomin draws on his lifetime of research to make the case that DNA is the most important factor in determining our individuality. He explores how our genetic predispositions influence our behaviour, from our relationships with family and friends to our choices about education and career. As Plomin shows, the DNA revolution has the potential to revolutionise our understanding of parenting, education, and social mobility. By examining the role of DNA in shaping our lives, Plomin offers a fresh perspective on the complex interplay between genetics and environment. This book is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in understanding the intricate mechanisms that make us who we are.
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