Exploring The Way Life Works: The Science of Biology

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 384 pages
• Published by: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc. November 2001
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 076371688X
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0763716882
• Book Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 0.9 inches
• Weighs: 2.7 pounds

Product Review
I can think of virtually no better book for introducing children or biology-impaired adults to the wonders of the machinery of life, from the molecular to the macroevolutionary. Wonderfully written, delightfully illustrated, and sure to engage and educate. A delightful and successful cross between Larry Gonick's classic Cartoon Guides and Cartoon Historys (but less flip) and David Macaulay's many masterful books on the way things work (but more comprehensive). Highly Recommended. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Review
"a fresh look at how we teach biologya completely new type of textbook that is both scientifically accurate and stunning to look at." -- Bruce Alberts, President National Academy of Science

intelligent and charmingly strips away the veil of ignorance that too long has separated the student from the molecules that make possible life -- James D. Watson, Nobel Laureate

Reader Reviews
I agree with the other reviews but take issue with the Amazon reviewer: This book is not for the biology illiterate. Those who love biology will be especially charmed by the way the material is presented here. It will allow those proficient in biology to see different perspectives on familiar concepts. From a pedagogy perspective, there is no better biology text-truth be told: visuals are presented using a number of models so students can understand conceptual nuances. The attractive pictures are inviting and interesting. Text and picutres are united and work together- you don't get blocks of words. It is engaging-not "easy". And often it is darn funny.