401 pages • first pub 2012 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780857520289
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Doubleday
Publication date: 05 July 2012
Description
The story of human DNA has a valid claim to being the greatest story ever told. Sam Kean tells it stage by stage, leading us through the complexities of such vast subjects as genetic theory, the mechanics of natural selection, and the origins of l...
Community Reviews Summary of 714 reviews
Moods
funny 31%
challenging 27%
reflective 18%
adventurous 13%
inspiring 13%
lighthearted 13%
relaxing 13%
hopeful 4%
Pace
slow 45%
fast 5%
Average rating
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Animal death, Cancer, Chronic illnessMinor
Homophobia
401 pages • first pub 2012 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780857520289
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Doubleday
Publication date: 05 July 2012
Description
The story of human DNA has a valid claim to being the greatest story ever told. Sam Kean tells it stage by stage, leading us through the complexities of such vast subjects as genetic theory, the mechanics of natural selection, and the origins of l...
Community Reviews Summary of 714 reviews
Moods
funny 31%
challenging 27%
reflective 18%
adventurous 13%
inspiring 13%
lighthearted 13%
relaxing 13%
hopeful 4%
Pace
slow 45%
fast 5%
Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Animal death, Cancer, Chronic illnessMinor
Homophobia