Mukherjee, Siddhartha
The Gene: An Intimate History
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099584575
- author:
- Mukherjee, Siddhartha
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 608
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 3.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Popular Science & Nature, Popular Science, Politics, Society & Education,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Gene: An Intimate History by Siddhartha Mukherjee The story of the gene is one of the most powerful and complex ideas in human history, spanning over 150 years. From its origins in an 19th-century abbey to its current applications in medicine and biotechnology, the gene has been the subject of both fascination and controversy. This book takes the reader on a journey through the history of genome science, from the groundbreaking theories of evolution to the latest advances in genetic engineering. Majestic in its scope, The Gene provides a comprehensive account of the quest to decipher the human genome and its implications for our understanding of ourselves and our place in the world. With its unique blend of history, science, and philosophy, this book offers a fascinating vision of both humanity's past and future.
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