DNA: Promise and Peril |
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| Author:
| McCabe, Linda L.
McCabe, Edward R. B. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-281-38549-9 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2008 |
| Publisher: | University of California Press
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| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $35.94 |
Book Description:
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The genetic revolution has provided incredibly valuable information about our DNA, information that can be used to benefit and inform but also to judge, discriminate, and abuse. An essential reference for living in today's world, this book gives the background information critical to understanding how genetics is now affecting our everyday lives. Written in clear, lively language, it gives a comprehensive view of exciting recent discoveries and explores the ethical, legal, and social...
More DescriptionThe genetic revolution has provided incredibly valuable information about our DNA, information that can be used to benefit and inform but also to judge, discriminate, and abuse. An essential reference for living in today's world, this book gives the background information critical to understanding how genetics is now affecting our everyday lives. Written in clear, lively language, it gives a comprehensive view of exciting recent discoveries and explores the ethical, legal, and social issues that have arisen with each new development."