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The Gene
An Intimate History
Book • 2016
This book is a historical biography of the human genome, detailing the scientific quest to understand heredity from ancient times to the present day.
It weaves together stories of key scientists such as Gregor Mendel, Charles Darwin, Francis Crick, James Watson, and Rosalind Franklin, along with the author's personal family history of mental illness.
The narrative explores the ethical implications of genetic research and its potential to change human fates and identities.
Mukherjee's writing combines science, social history, and personal narrative to create a compelling and accessible account of one of the most significant scientific concepts of our time.
It weaves together stories of key scientists such as Gregor Mendel, Charles Darwin, Francis Crick, James Watson, and Rosalind Franklin, along with the author's personal family history of mental illness.
The narrative explores the ethical implications of genetic research and its potential to change human fates and identities.
Mukherjee's writing combines science, social history, and personal narrative to create a compelling and accessible account of one of the most significant scientific concepts of our time.
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Hamilton Helmer for its luminous writing and insightful exploration of the history of genetics.
Hamilton Helmer for its luminous writing and insightful exploration of the history of genetics.
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Business strategy with Hamilton Helmer (author of 7 Powers)
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#244 ‒ The history of the cell, cell therapy, gene therapy, and more | Siddhartha Mukherjee
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Sam Harris as one of Siddhartha Mukherjee 's books, highlighting its insightful exploration of genetics.
Sam Harris as one of Siddhartha Mukherjee 's books, highlighting its insightful exploration of genetics.
#214 — A Conversation with Siddhartha Mukherjee
Mentioned by Sathnam Sanghera in the context of discussing his work on historical calamities and the emotional toll it takes on historians.
Kavita Puri and Sathnam Sanghera on War, Empire and the Untold Story of the Bengal Famine (Part Two)
