The Century of the Gene
The Century of the Gene
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2002
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Book • Nonfiction
2002
Adult
18+ years
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In The Century of the Gene, Evelyn Fox Keller explores the evolution of genetic research in the 20th century. She examines how advancements have reshaped our understanding of genes, emphasizing the complex interactions between genetics and environment. Keller discusses the shift from viewing genes as isolated entities to recognizing their roles within larger biological systems.
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Evelyn Fox Keller's The Century of the Gene is praised for its insightful critique of genetic determinism and its exploration of biology beyond the gene-centric view. Some reviewers note it challenges traditional scientific perspectives, yet a few find it dense and technical. Overall, Keller's work is valued for stimulating thought in the field of genetics.
Who Should Read The Century of the Gene?
A reader fond of interdisciplinary science narratives, keen on genetics' historical and philosophical underpinnings, will relish Evelyn Fox Keller's The Century of the Gene. Fans of James Gleick's Chaos and Richard Dawkins' The Selfish Gene will appreciate Keller's insightful exploration of gene concepts.
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