the gene

The Gene: An Intimate History

by Siddhartha Mukherjee

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The Gene traces the history of genetics, from early theories of heredity to modern breakthroughs in DNA science. Mukherjee weaves scientific discovery with personal stories, showing how genes shape identity, disease, and human potential. The book explores both the promise of genetic engineering and its ethical risks, reminding readers that while genes influence our lives, they do not fully determine who we are or who we may become.

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