In The Blood: God, Genes And Destiny

In The Blood: God, Genes And Destiny

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Steve Jones
Binding: Paperback
Published: Harper Collins, London, 1996

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

In the Blood: God, Genes And Destiny presents a compelling examination of human genetics, illustrating how our biological inheritance shapes not only our physical traits but also influences our understanding of destiny and belief. Steve Jones, a distinguished geneticist, articulates complex scientific concepts with clarity and wit, making the intricate world of DNA accessible to a broad audience. The narrative uncovers the profound ways in which genetic predispositions interact with environmental factors, challenging conventional notions of fate and free will. It argues for a nuanced perspective on the role of genes in human society, from health and behavior to the very foundations of our spiritual and cultural narratives. This insightful work ultimately chronicles the ongoing scientific quest to understand what it means to be human, viewed through the lens of our genetic code.

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Description

Author: Steve Jones
Binding: Paperback
Published: Harper Collins, London, 1996

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

In the Blood: God, Genes And Destiny presents a compelling examination of human genetics, illustrating how our biological inheritance shapes not only our physical traits but also influences our understanding of destiny and belief. Steve Jones, a distinguished geneticist, articulates complex scientific concepts with clarity and wit, making the intricate world of DNA accessible to a broad audience. The narrative uncovers the profound ways in which genetic predispositions interact with environmental factors, challenging conventional notions of fate and free will. It argues for a nuanced perspective on the role of genes in human society, from health and behavior to the very foundations of our spiritual and cultural narratives. This insightful work ultimately chronicles the ongoing scientific quest to understand what it means to be human, viewed through the lens of our genetic code.