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1	The Singularity Is Near: When Humans Transcend Biology more books like this by Ray Kurzweil, PhD add to wishlist Inventor and futurist Ray Kurzweil, the author of THE AGE OF SPIRITUAL MACHINES, provocatively argues that we are rapidly approaching the Singularity, a point in history in which advances in artificial intelligence, brain scanning, and nanotechnology will blur the division between humans and machines. When we are no longer limited by our current ... see all copies from $5.87! new only from $10.83! \| signed copies \| SVS
2	Genetics in Medicine more books like this by Robert L Nussbaum, Roderick R McInnes, Huntington F Willard add to wishlist Through six editions, "Thompson and Thompson's Genetics in Medicine" has been a well-established favourite textbook on this fascinating and rapidly evolving field, integrating the classic principles of human genetics with modern molecular genetics and the latest clinical applications. Clearly written and abundantly illustrated, the New 7th Edition ... see all copies from $45.38! new only from $45.38! \| SVS
3	Genetics: A Conceptual Approach more books like this by Benjamin Pierce add to wishlist The updated third edition builds upon the features that have made past editions so successful: an engaging writing style; relevant applications; an accessible and instructive art program; an emphasis on problem-solving; and, most importantly, a strong focus on concepts and connections. NEW TO THIS EDITION * Increased clarity and accessibility * ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $56.89! \| first editions \| SVS
4	The Seven Daughters of Eve: The Science That Reveals Our Genetic Ancestry more books like this by Bryan Sykes add to wishlist Offering a fascinating history of the world as revealed through genetics, a momentous scientific discovery reveals how all humans are descended from seven prehistoric women. see all copies from $2.83! new only from $7.97! \| first editions \| SVS
5	The Extended Phenotype: The Long Reach of the Gene more books like this by Richard Dawkins, Daniel Dennett (Afterword by) add to wishlist By the best selling author of The Selfish Gene 'This entertaining and thought-provoking book is an excellent illustration of why the study of evolution is in such an exciting ferment these days.' Science 'The Extended Phenotype is a sequel to The Selfish Gene ...he writes so clearly it could be understood by anyone prepared to make the effort' ... see all copies from $10.52! new only from $10.52! \| SVS
6	Introduction to Genetic Analysis more books like this by Anthony Griffiths add to wishlist For nearly three decades, from edition to edition, An Introduction to Genetic Analysis (IGA) has evolved side by side with genetic research, providing an experiment based introduction to fundamental concepts that reflects every major laboratory and conceptual breakthrough. With authors who are leading researchers, innovative educators, and ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $32.95! \| first editions \| SVS
7	The GenoType Diet: Change Your Genetic Destiny to Live the Longest, Fullest, and Healthiest Life Possible more books like this by Dr. Peter J D'Adamo, Catherine Whitney add to wishlist With "Eat Right 4 Your Type" and the "Blood Type Diet" books, Dr. DAdamo proved that when it comes to dieting, one plan does not fit all. He takes his groundbreaking research to the next level with a customized program that works with readers genetic makeup to maximize health and weight loss. see all copies from $5.95! new only from $7.97! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Endless Forms Most Beautiful: The New Science of Evo Devo and the Making of the Animal Kingdom more books like this by Sean Carroll add to wishlist Presents an introduction to evolutionary developmental biology which studies genes and their role in biological diversity and evolution. see all copies from $4.16! new only from $9.88! \| first editions \| SVS
9	The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey more books like this by Spencer Wells add to wishlist Around 60,000 years ago, a man - identical to us in all important respects - lived in Africa. Every person alive today is descended from him. How did this real-life Adam wind up father of us all? What happened to the descendants of other men who lived at the same time? And why, if modern humans share a single prehistoric ancestor, do we come in so ... see all copies from $3.70! new only from $8.57! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
10	The Selfish Gene more books like this by Richard Dawkins add to wishlist An innovative book on evolution and the theory of natural selection that discusses how the so-called selfish gene can also be quite subtle. Includes stories from nature, such as the phenomenon of bees committing suicide by stinging to protect the hive, and birds risking their lives to warn the flock of an approaching hawk. see all copies from $2.49! new only from $11.64! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	Next more books like this by Michael Crichton add to wishlist In his brilliant new blockbuster, the "New York Times" bestselling author of "Jurassic Park" and "The Andromeda Strain" journeys into the realm of genetics: fast, furious, and out of control. Provocative yet playful, dark and disturbing, "Next" is Crichton as he has never been seen before. Now in a Premium Edition. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Molecular Genetics of Bacteria more books like this by Larry Snyder, Wendy Champness add to wishlist This landmark volume provides the single most comprehensive and authoritative textbook on bacterial molecular genetics. Perfect for advanced undergraduate and graduate-level courses, the text presents the latest research on the subject in a clearly written and well-illustrated style. It provides descriptive background information, detailed ... see all copies from $2.00! new only from $29.99! \| SVS
13 view cover	Genome: The Autobiography of a Species in 23 Chapters more books like this by Matt Ridley add to wishlist This accessible popular science book takes readers on a tour of the human genome, focusing each chapter on a newly discovered gene on the human body's 23 chromosomes, and discusses the implications of the controversial Human Genome Project's early findings. This examination also surveys the history and future of genetic research, while stressing ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	Human Heredity: Principles & Issues more books like this by Michael R Cummings add to wishlist Addressing the needs of human genetics students, this text explains complex concepts. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.95! \| SVS
15 view cover	Genetics: Analysis & Principles more books like this by Robert J Brooker add to wishlist Genetics: Analysis and Principles emphasizes the scientific method to give students the insight needed to develop scientific reasoning skills. Thirty-six text-integrated experiments in transmission and molecular genetics follow the five-step scientific method as they show students the "how" (experimental procedures) and "why" (the underlying ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.00! \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	Gold Bug Variations more books like this by Richard Powers add to wishlist A novel which follows the lives of four scientific researchers as they twist about each other in a double helix of desire, weaving intricately through the themes of music, science, language and love. By the author of "Three Farmers on Their Way to a Dance" and "Prisoner's Dilemma". see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.50! \| signed copies \| first editions
17 view cover	The Third Twin more books like this by Ken Follett add to wishlist A woman scientist unwittingly happens upon a genetic conspiracy orchestrated by a biotech company, right-wing politicians, and her research institute. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Genetics: Analysis of Genes and Genomes more books like this by Daniel L Hartl add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $36.30!
19 view cover	Fear Nothing more books like this by Dean R. Koontz add to wishlist Christopher Snow suffers from a rare and fatal skin disease that keeps him out of the sun. Christopher's mother and, more recently, his father both died from the same disease. But now his father's corpse is missing, and the nurse who cared for him was found murdered after she voiced some unconventional theories. Christopher enlists his buddy, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	Saxons, Vikings, and Celts: The Genetic Roots of Britain and Ireland more books like this by Bryan Sykes add to wishlist 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. see all copies from $6.86! new only from $9.00! \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	The Biology of Cancer more books like this by Robert A Weinberg add to wishlist "The Biology of Cancer is" a new textbook for undergraduate and graduate biology students, as well as medical students studying the molecular and cellular bases of cancer. The book presents the principles of cancer biology in an organized, cogent, and in-depth manner. The clarity of writing and the lucid full-colour art program make the book ... see all copies from $73.89! new only from $89.59! \| SVS
22 view cover	Food, Inc.: Mendel to Monsanto--The Promises and Perils of the Biotech Harvest more books like this by Peter Pringle add to wishlist FOOD, INC. examines the ongoing battle between "life science" corporations like Monsanto and environmentalists like Greenpeace. Pringle examines the propaganda war between these two sides, calling for some kind of compromise that he sees as being beneficial to all. A New York Times Notable Book for 2003. see all copies from $3.40! new only from $6.95! \| first editions \| SVS
23 view cover	Essential Genetics: A Genomics Perspective more books like this by Daniel L Hartl add to wishlist see all copies from $25.99! new only from $58.87! \| SVS
24 view cover	Long After Midnight more books like this by Iris Johansen add to wishlist Kate Denby is a single mom who happens to be a successful scientist. When her laboratory is bombed, killing most of the workers, she and the top scientist, Noah Smith, run for their lives. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
25 view cover	Genetics for Dummies more books like this by Tara Rodden Robinson add to wishlist This title reveals the connections between genetics and specific diseases. Understand the science and the ethics behind genetics. Want to know more about genetics? This non-intimidating guide gets you up to speed on all the fundamentals. From dominant and recessive inherited traits to the DNA double-helix, you get clear explanations in easy-to ... see all copies from $7.75! new only from $8.43! \| SVS

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