What Is Life?: Five Great Ideas in Biology
What Is Life?: Five Great Ideas in Biology
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021
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Book • Nonfiction
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In What Is Life?: Five Great Ideas in Biology, Paul Nurse explores foundational concepts that define life: the cell, the gene, evolution by natural selection, life as chemistry, and life as information. Nurse provides accessible explanations of these ideas, emphasizing their importance in understanding life’s complexity and the interconnections within biological sciences.
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What Is Life?: Five Great Ideas in Biology by Paul Nurse receives praise for its clear and engaging exploration of fundamental biological concepts. Readers appreciate its accessibility and insightful historical context. Some critiques note its brevity, suggesting it may lack depth for advanced readers. Overall, it provides a thought-provoking introduction to biology.
Who Should Read What Is Life?: Five Great Ideas in Biology?
A reader who enjoys What Is Life?: Five Great Ideas in Biology by Paul Nurse likely has an interest in accessible science exploration, similar to fans of A Brief History of Time by Stephen Hawking. They appreciate clear, engaging explanations of complex scientific concepts and enjoy uncovering biology's impact on understanding life.
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