The wonder of genetics : the creepy, the curious, and the commonplace /
Kowles, Richard V.
Amherst, N.Y. : Prometheus Books,
2010.
Why are some of us male and others female? What makes us short or tall, blond or brunette, light-skinned or dark? Why do some people look like their relatives, while others don't? What causes defects of biochemistry that lead to debilitating illnesses and physical or mental handicaps? The answer to all these questions is genetics. In this refreshingly clear layperson's overview, distinguished geneticist Richard V. Kowles elucidates the importance and scope of genetics, showing its broad applications in many areas of life. As Dr. Kowles demonstrates, it's no exaggeration to say that in life experiences genetics is everywhere.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Why are some of us male and others female? What makes us short or tall, blond or brunette, light-skinned or dark? Why do some people look like their relatives, while others don't? What causes defects of biochemistry that lead to debilitating illnesses and physical or mental handicaps? The answer to all these questions is genetics. In this refreshingly clear layperson's overview, distinguished geneticist Richard V. Kowles elucidates the importance and scope of genetics, showing its broad applications in many areas of life. As Dr. Kowles demonstrates, it's no exaggeration to say that in life experiences genetics is everywhere.
Genetics