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She Has Her Mother's Laugh: The Powers, Perversions, and Potential of Heredity,Used
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2019 PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award Finalist'Science book of the year'The GuardianOne of New York Times 100 Notable Books for 2018One of Publishers Weekly's Top Ten Books of 2018One of Kirkus's Best Books of 2018One of Mental Floss's Best Books of 2018One of Science Friday's Best Science Books of 2018ExtraordinaryNew York Times Book Review'Magisterial'The Atlantic'Engrossing'Wired'Leading contender as the most outstanding nonfiction work of the year'Minneapolis StarTribuneCelebrated New York Times columnist and science writer Carl Zimmer presents a profoundly original perspective on what we pass along from generation to generation. Charles Darwin played a crucial part in turning heredity into a scientific question, and yet he failed spectacularly to answer it. The birth of genetics in the early 1900s seemed to do precisely that. Gradually, people translated their old notions about heredity into a language of genes. As the technology for studying genes became cheaper, millions of people ordered genetic tests to link themselves to missing parents, to distant ancestors, to ethnic identities...But, Zimmer writes, Each of us carries an amalgam of fragments of DNA, stitched together from some of our many ancestors. Each piece has its own ancestry, traveling a different path back through human history. A particular fragment may sometimes be cause for worry, but most of our DNA influences who we areour appearance, our height, our penchantsin inconceivably subtle ways. Heredity isnt just about genes that pass from parent to child. Heredity continues within our own bodies, as a single cell gives rise to trillions of cells that make up our bodies. We say we inherit genes from our ancestorsusing a word that once referred to kingdoms and estatesbut we inherit other things that matter as much or more to our lives, from microbes to technologies we use to make life more comfortable. We need a new definition of what heredity is and, through Carl Zimmers lucid exposition and storytelling, this resounding tour de force delivers it.Weaving historical and current scientific research, his own experience with his two daughters, and the kind of original reporting expected of one of the worlds best science journalists, Zimmer ultimately unpacks urgent bioethical quandaries arising from new biomedical technologies, but also longstanding presumptions about who we really are and what we can pass on to future generations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'She Has Her Mother's Laugh'? A: The book explores the complexities of heredity, discussing how traits are passed through generations and the scientific evolution of our understanding of genetics.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Carl Zimmer, a renowned science writer and New York Times columnist.
- Q: Is 'She Has Her Mother's Laugh' suitable for general readers? A: Yes, the book is written in an accessible style, making it suitable for both general readers and those with a scientific background.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 672 pages.
- Q: What are some accolades received by this book? A: The book was a finalist for the 2019 PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award and was featured in several 'Best of 2018' lists by notable publications.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on June 4, 2019.
- Q: What format is 'She Has Her Mother's Laugh' available in? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: Does the book cover modern advancements in genetics? A: Yes, it discusses current scientific research and bioethical dilemmas related to new biomedical technologies.
- Q: Are there any personal stories included in the book? A: Yes, Carl Zimmer includes anecdotes from his own experiences with his daughters to illustrate the concepts of heredity.
- Q: What is the central argument or thesis of the book? A: The book argues for a broader understanding of heredity that goes beyond just genes, incorporating various influences such as microbes and technology.