Exploding the Gene Myth How Genetic Information Is Produced and Manipulated by Scientists, Physicians, Employers, Insurance Companies, Educators, and Law Enforcers

Name: Exploding the Gene Myth How Genetic Information Is Produced and Manipulated by Scientists, Physicians, Employers, Insurance Companies, Educators, and Law Enforcers
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ISBN: 9780807004319

ISBN-10: 0807004316

ISBN-13: 9780807004319

Edition: 3rd 1999

Authors: Ruth Hubbard, Elijah Wald

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Exploding the Gene Myth challenges the misuse of genetics. This new edition includes a new preface on the latest discoveries, including genetic cloning, and considers their scientific and social implications.

Book details

List price: $21.00
Edition: 3rd
Copyright year: 1999
Publisher: Beacon Press
Publication date: 5/1/1999
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 256
Size: 6.10" wide x 9.10" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 0.792
Language: English



Preface: Why This Book


Preface to the 1999 Edition



Of Genes and People



Genetic Labeling and the Old Eugenics



The New Eugenics: Testing, Screening, and Choice



A Brief Look at Genetics



Genes in Context



"Inherited Tendencies": Chronic Conditions



"Inherited Tendencies": Behaviors



Manipulating Our Genes



Genes for Sale



Genetic Discrimination: Education, Employment, and Insurance



DNA-Based Identification Systems, Privacy, and Civil Liberties



In Conclusion ...


Afterword



Mitochondrial DNA


Notes


Glossary


Books and Other Resources


Index