The science of desire
Subtitle: the search for the gay gene and the biology of behavior
By: Dean Hamer and Peter Copeland.
Contributors: Copeland, Peter, 1957-
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Published: 1994
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 272
Subjects: Homosexuality -- Genetic aspects; Behavior genetics; Sex-linkage (Genetics); Sociobiology; Sexual orientation
Description: Hamer presents an account of his research into sexual orientation. The book follows his ideas about genetic markers for homosexuality to survey results suggesting that the x-chromosome carries a marker for male homosexuality and speculation on the evolutionary and physiological mechanisms involved. Hamer's research included an exploration of the development of homosexual behavior, family histories, and, finally, statistical and molecular analysis.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 250-258) and index.