How We Live and Why We Die: the secret lives of cells by Lewis Wolpert (English)

Description: How We Live and Why We Die by Lewis Wolpert Distinguished biologist Lewis Wolpert explains how cells provide the answers to fundamental questions about our lives. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Cells are the basis of all life in the universe. Our bodies are made up of billions of them: an incredibly complex society that governs everything, from movement to memory and imagination. When we age, it is because our cells slow down; when we get ill, it is because our cells mutate or stop working. In How We Live and Why we Die, Wolpert provides a clear explanation of the science that underpins our lives. He explains how our bodies function and how we derived from a single cell - the embryo. He examines the science behind the topics that are much discussed but rarely understood - stem-cell research, cloning, DNA - and explains how all life evolved from just one cell. Lively and passionate, How We Live and Why we Die is an accessible guide to understanding the human body and, essentially, life itself. Notes Wolpert provides a clear explanation of the science that underpins our lives, explaining how our bodies function. Examining the science behind topics such as stem-cell research, cloning and DNA, this is an accessible guide to the human body and life itself. Author Biography Lewis Wolpert is a distinguished developmental biologist and an accomplished broadcaster. He is Emeritus Professor of Biology as Applied to Medicine at University College, London. A CBE and a Fellow of the Royal Society, he was chairman of the Committee on the Public Understanding of Science for four years. He is the author of, among others, The Unnatural Nature of Science, Malignant Sadness and Six Impossible Things before Breakfast. Review The secret lives of cells shouldnt be kept a secret, and Wolpert makes a good start at breaking the silence. . . . Impressively up to date.--Helen Pickersgill Promotional In How We Live and Why We Die: the secret lives of cells, distinguished biologist Lewis Wolpert explains how cells provide the answers to fundamental questions about our lives. Long Description Distinguished biologist Lewis Wolpert explains how cells provide the answers to fundamental questions about our lives. Cells are the basis of all life in the universe. Our bodies are made up of billions of them: an incredibly complex society that governs everything, from movement to memory and imagination. When we age, it is because our cells slow down; when we get ill, it is because our cells mutate or stop working. In How We Live and Why we Die, Wolpert provides a clear explanation of the science that underpins our lives. He explains how our bodies function and how we derived from a single cell - the embryo. He examines the science behind the topics that are much discussed but rarely understood - stem-cell research, cloning, DNA - and explains how all life evolved from just one cell. Lively and passionate, How We Live and Why we Die is an accessible guide to understanding the human body and, essentially, life itself. Promotional "Headline" In How We Live and Why We Die: the secret lives of cells , distinguished biologist Lewis Wolpert explains how cells provide the answers to fundamental questions about our lives. Details ISBN0571239129 Author Lewis Wolpert Year 2010 ISBN-10 0571239129 ISBN-13 9780571239122 Format Paperback Media Book Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 571.6 Pages 256 Language English Imprint Faber & Faber Publisher Faber & Faber Edition Main Subtitle the secret lives of cells Publication Date 2010-04-01 Short Title How We Live and Why We Die UK Release Date 2010-04-01 AU Release Date 2010-04-01 Edition Description Main Audience General NZ Release Date 2010-05-13 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:26649629;

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