ENGINEER IN THE GARDEN by Colin Tudge ( 9780712661683 ) - Books & Audio Books at Pickabook.co.uk

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Title:

ENGINEER IN THE GARDEN
FROM THE IDEA OF HEREDITY TO THE CREATION OF LIFE

By:

Colin Tudge

Format:

Paperback

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£15.99

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£11.67

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£4.32

ISBN 10:

0712661689

ISBN 13:

9780712661683

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Publisher:

VINTAGE PUBLISHING

Pub. date:

2 February, 1995

Pages:

398

Description:

Traces the history of genetics. This work explores its awesome power and its applications. It is suitable for those interested in the future of the human race.

Synopsis:

Today we are developing a science that could change the world - for good or ill - more quickly and more profoundly than ever before. The science of genetics promises - or threatens - nothing less than the creation of life. Colin Tudge leads the reader gently through the deepest intricacies of genetics. He traces its history. He explores its awesome power and its current applications. And he speculates on its thrilling - or terrifying - future. He has written an essential book for anyone interested in the future of the human race.

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Pimlico

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