Suggested Reading

These books, among others, provide different perspectives in understanding DNA and how this genetic information is transforming our society. Please remember that no single book can provide a comprehensive understanding, as we are still very much in the early days of the revolution.

Genome: The autobiography of a species in 23 chapters
By Matt Ridley

Genetics for Dummies
by Tara Rodden Robinson

The Plausibility of Life: Resolving Darwin’s Dilemma
Marc W. Kirschner and John C. Gerhart

Those who are interested in a more textbook like approach should go to www.ergito.com, where Benjamin Lewin's books "Genes VIII" and "Essential Genes" can be accessed electronically for a smaller price than buying the actual print versions.

 
 
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