Heredity: A Very Short Introduction

by John Waller and John Waller

Book Overview

The concept of heredity is fundamental to how we see ourselves and others. It goes far beyond the obvious continuity of physical traits across generations. We routinely ascribe similarities in personality, intellect, outlook, and aptitude between family members to what's passed down in sperm and eggs. The simple idea that children take after their ancestors has long been central to science and medicine and to the breeding of plants and animals. It...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0198790457
• ISBN13: 9780198790457
• Release Date: October 2017
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 4.3" x 6.8"