History of the Life Sciences

by Lois N. Magner

Book Overview

A clear and concise survey of the major themes and theories embedded in the history of life science, this book covers the development and significance of scientific methodologies, the relationship between science and society, and the diverse ideologies and current paradigms affecting the evolution and progression of biological studies. The author discusses cell theory, embryology, physiology, microbiology, evolution, genetics, and molecular biology; the Human Genome Project; and genomics and proteomics. Covering the philosophies of ancient civilizations to modern advances in genomics and molecular biology, the book is a unique and comprehensive resource.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0824789423
• ISBN13: 9780824789428
• Release Date: January 1994
• Publisher: Marcel Dekker
• Length: 496 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Author keeps History in mind

I skimmed this book for background information, and was impressed that Magner's did not interpret and judge ancient history on a modern science basis, but rather presented and evaluated each scientist as he dealt with the information he had, answering the questions presented to him by the culture in which he lived. Magner also did very well explaining scientific ideas to me -- a somewhat scientifically educated, but non-science major.