About this title: Through a systematic, ten-year DNA survey of more than 10,000 volunteers, Sykes has traced the genetic makeup of British Islanders and their descendants. He also features a chapter specifically addressing the genetic makeup of those people in the United States who have descended from the British Isles.
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Description: Fine. 0393330753 NEW/UNREAD! ! ! Text is Clean and Unmarked! --Be Sure to Compare Seller Feedback and Ratings before Purchasing--Has a small black ink mark on outside edge of pages. May have light shelf wear to cover from storage, if any. read more
Description: Fine in Fine dust jacket. Hardcover. W. W. Norton, 2006. 2nd Printing. Fine Book in Fine Dust Jacket. Price Intact. Overall, a clean and tight copy to add to a collection or read and enjoy. Dust Jacket protected with a new archival cover. Bubble wrapped and shipped promptly in a box. read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: W W Norton & Co Inc
Date Published: 2007-12-30
ISBN-13:9780393330755ISBN:0393330753
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: W. W. Norton
Date Published: 2007
ISBN-13:9780393330755ISBN:0393330753
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Binding: Spoken Word MP3-CD
Publisher: Tantor Media Inc
Date Published: 2006-11-30
ISBN-13:9781400153350ISBN:1400153352
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Description: Fine; Collectible. Collectible stated 1st US Edition (2006, HC), 1st printing with 10 full numberline. Excellent condition. Appears unread. No writings/underlines/highlights. Pages are very nice and clean. Minor shelfwear. Free deliver confirmation! Satisfaction guaranteed! read more
Description: Very good. By Bryan Sykes; ISBN: 0393062686; Pub. : W. W. Norton; Pub. Date: 2006-12-11; Media: Hardcover; Weight: 22.4 oz.; Hardcover. Assorted minor damages to dust jacket. All else is very good. We ship daily! The Rogue Valley Media Exchange (RVME) is owned and operated by the Rogue Valley Metaphysical Library (RVML), which is a 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization. by Bryan Sykes; ISBN: 0393062686; Pub. : W. W. Norton; Pub. Date: 2006-12-11; Media: Hardcover; Weight: 22.4 oz.; Hardcover. ... read more
"Very interesting reading, though he struggles to find a good balance with story and science at times. The proportions are good, but the flow is not and made it a little sludgy at times. Great overview of the early history of the isles and how it contributes to the population today. Made me want to visit Skye... *update* I added another star because in the last few weeks since reading it I can't stop telling people about it. It is a three for readability, but definitely a four for content."
"Terrific explanation of the DNA issue, as it relates to individual profiles and to the genetic history of Britain. Sykes explodes some long-held historical concepts, and supports others, based on the results of genetic testing in the UK and Ireland. Great book for historians and genealogists!"
"The authors' contention is that, genetically, there really isn't much deep difference between the various inhabitants of Britain. This book also introduced me to the DNA project. A light read which occasionally takes on flights of fancy when it might do better to stick to the facts."
"If you have roots in the British Isles and an interest in genetics or genealogy, this book is for you. As the back of the book describes: "Through a systematic ten-year DNA survey of more than 10,000 volunteers from across Britain, Ireland, and America, Bryan Sykes has traced the true genetic make-up of the British Isles and their descendants."
The subject matter and conclusions are fascinating. I enjoyed the parts describing the science more than the historical sections, which I found to be "dry" with lots of names and dates. But perhaps that's my bias as a scientist. Overall, an excellent popular level science book that's well-written and even poetic in places."
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