The Gene: An Intimate History
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The Gene: An Intimate History

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Unlock the secrets of humanity with Siddharth Mukherjee’s “The Gene: An Intimate History.” This captivating narrative spans centuries, tracing the quest to decipher the code of life from Mendel’s groundbreaking discovery to the race to unlock the human genome. Mukherjee intertwines scientific breakthroughs with his family’s struggle with mental illness, offering a deeply personal exploration of genetics and its impact on our lives, past, present, and future. Explore the gene’s influence on everything from evolution to eugenics, and discover the power of heredity. ISBN: 9780143422167

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  • ISBN-13: 9780143422167
  • Publisher: Penguin Random House India
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Width: 13.2 mm
  • ISBN-10: 0143422162
  • Publisher Date: 01 Oct 2017
  • Height: 20.2 mm
  • No of Pages: 608

14 reviews for The Gene: An Intimate History

  1. Madhav Bansal –

    A bit too technical for me in some sections, but overall a worthwhile exploration of a complex subject.

  2. Manish –

    A must-read for anyone interested in science or history. Some chapters were better than others, but overall good.

  3. Piyush Gohri –

    A challenging but ultimately rewarding read. Prepare to be amazed. Some portions were hard to follow.

  4. Vishal Kumar Punia –

    Mukherjee’s passion for the subject is palpable. Highly informative and well-written book about genetics.

  5. Jahnvi Arora –

    The historical context was fascinating! I appreciated the ethical considerations Mukherjee raised. A must-read.

  6. Anchal Jaiswal –

    Excellent blend of science and personal narrative. The writing style is elegant and engaging.

  7. Somya –

    Great book. Explains everything in a manner that’s easy to understand.

  8. Jyoti Baghel –

    A deeply moving and thought-provoking book. I learned so much about genetics and its implications.

  9. Vishakha –

    Mukherjee’s writing is superb. The personal stories added depth. Highly recommend for anyone curious about genetics.

  10. Shaikh Sahaban Badsha –

    Informative, but could have been shorter. The last part got a bit tedious to get through.

  11. Yashwanth Kumar Reddy Bethi –

    Interesting topic, but the author sometimes got lost in the details. A good, but not great, read.

  12. Ujjval Verma –

    Found it repetitive in places, but the central themes are compelling and important.

  13. Harish A Kendrekar –

    I loved the way Mukherjee weaved together science, history, and personal experience.! Amazing book.

  14. Virender Singh Rajpurohit –

    Incredible scope, but dense. I learned a lot, but it was a slog at points. Still worth it for the insights.

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