| Genetic Engineering: A Reference Handbook Contributor(s): III, Harry Levine (Author) |
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ISBN: 1851098607 ISBN-13: 9781851098606 Publisher: ABC-CLIO OUR PRICE: $74.25 Product Type: Hardcover Published: August 2006 Annotation: ABC-CLIO's Contemporary World Issues series comprises comprehensive, balanced, one-volume reference handbooks on important topics related to science, technology, and medicine; the environment; society; politics, law, and government; criminal justice; and gender and ethnicity. -- An authoritative introductory essay on the subject -- A chronology of events, legislation, movements, and initiatives -- Biographies of activists, advocates, and legislators -- A compilation of relevant facts in the form of tables, figures, and documents -- A directory of leading organizations and agencies -- An annotated list of print resources -- An annotated list of valuable nonprint resources, such as computer databases, information available on the Internet, and audiovisual materials -- A glossary of relevant terms -- A comprehensive subject index -- Well suited for circulating collections as well as reference shelves -- Covers America and the world A complete overview of genetic engineering, including important background information to help readers understand this important and often controversial science. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Life Sciences - Genetics & Genomics - Science | Biotechnology - Science | History |
| Dewey: 660.65 |
| LCCN: 2006011074 |
| Series: Contemporary World Issues (Hardcover) |
| Physical Information: 1.12" H x 6.32" W x 9.16" (1.34 lbs) 328 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: From the publication of Aldous Huxley's Brave New World in 1932 to the cloning of Dolly the sheep in 1996, the public has long been fascinated by the idea that humans may one day be able to mold or even create life. In less than 30 years, genetic engineering has itself mutated from science fiction to science fact. Supporters claim such innovations as genetically modified crops and gene therapy are poised to bring unparalleled benefits by eliminating hunger and hereditary disease, whereas critics warn the dream could easily become a nightmare. Packed with key facts and analysis, Genetic Engineering: A Reference Handbook, Second Edition provides an expert guide to the very latest discoveries in genetic engineering and genetic modification and the technology's complex ethical, scientific, and economic implications. |