Genetics and Philosophy (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781107002128)

In the past century, nearly all of the biological sciences have been directly affected by discoveries and developments in genetics, a fast-evolving subject with important theoretical dimensions. In this rich and accessible book, Paul Griffiths and Karola Stotz show how the concept of the gene has evolved and diversified across the many fields that make up modern biology. By examining the molecular biology of the 'environment', they situate genetics in the developmental biology of whole organisms, and reveal how the molecular biosciences have undermined the nature/nurture distinction. Their discussion gives full weight to the revolutionary impacts of molecular biology, while rejecting 'genocentrism' and 'reductionism', and brings the topic right up to date with the philosophical implications of the most recent developments in genetics. Their book will be invaluable for those studying the philosophy of biology, genetics and other life sciences.

Author: Paul Griffiths, Karola Stotz
ISBN-10: 1107002125
ISBN-13: 9781107002128
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 04/18/2013
Pages: 278
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 9.80h x 6.70w x 0.80d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 03/01/2014 pg. 1242