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Title:
The Genetic Gods: Evolution and Belief in Human Affairs |
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Division: Genetics / Others / 英文版 |
Author/Editor: John C. Avise Star:  |
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ISBN: 0674346254 |
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Introduce Date: 2007年02月26日16:45 , Release Date: 2007年02月26日17:17 |
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The Genetic Gods: Evolution and Belief in Human Affairs
by John C. Avise
• Hardcover: 288 pages
• Publisher: Harvard University Press (Sep 20 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0674346254
• ISBN-13: 978-0674346253
• Product Dimensions: 24.2 x 16.2 x 2.5 cm
Description
In clear terms, John Avise reviews discoveries in molecular biology, evolutionary genetics, and human genetic engineering, and discusses the relevance of these findings to issues of concern traditionally reserved for mythology, theology and religious faith.
From Publishers Weekly
Addressing himself to the "open-minded reader who would appreciate a simplified discussion of recent evolutionary-genetic findings," Avise, professor of biology at the University of Georgia, states that genes control so much of our behavior, health and thoughts that they can be considered "gods," with more say in our everyday lives than those of the world's major religions. "Genes are tangible entities, with profound influences on humanity. Indeed, over the last century, the genetic gods would seem to have wrestled from the supernatural gods considerable authority over human affairs. Does any room remain for a metaphysical god?" Although Avise takes this metaphor too far, his account of the role genes play in shaping the human condition is wholly involving, paying particular attention to issues of reproduction, aging and death. In addition to presenting ample biological information in a form accessible to the nonspecialist, Avise does a superb job of discussing many of the ethical implications that have arisen from our growing knowledge of human genetics. Just a few of the topics covered are genetic engineering, the patenting of life, genetic screening, abortion, human cloning, gene therapy and insurance-related controversies. 21 line illustrations.
From Library Journal
Avise (genetics, Univ. of Georgia) explains thoroughly how evolution operates on a genetic level. His goal is to show that humans can look to this information as a way to answer fundamental questions of life instead of looking to traditional religious beliefs. Unfortunately, what could have been a fascinating and provocative book for informed lay readers turns out to be a rather average academic tome, written in a dense, scholarly style that is sometimes hard to get through. Although Avise includes some very interesting discussions of ethical concerns related to genetic issues, his book is recommended only for academic collections and some larger public libraries
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