Almost like a whale
Steve Jones
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Almost like a whale
by Steve Jones
Published
2000
Publisher
Doubleday Canada
Pages
377
ISBN-10
0385259034
Description
"Charles Darwin's masterpiece, The Origin of Species, is probably the best-known, least-read book. Unquestionably one of the most important achievements of the millennium, the book caused a sensation when it was published in 1859, because it forced mankind to see itself as part of the animal world - a notion that hundreds of millions still deny. Writing as "Darwin's ghost," the well-known geneticist Steve Jones has drawn on our ever-expanding scientific knowledge and the brilliant logic set out in The Origin to restate evolution's case for the twenty-first century." "Using contemporary examples - the AIDS virus, the rules of the American Kennel Club, the sheep who never forget a face and the garbage that floats in the Pacific - he shows the power and immediacy of Darwin's great argument."--BOOK JACKET.
Subjects
On the origin of species by means of natural selection
Introduction to genetic analysis
Microbiology
The Selfish Gene
What is life? The physical aspect of the living cell
The Singularity Is Near
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Almost like a whale?
This edition of Almost like a whale has approximately 377 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Almost like a whale?
For most readers, Almost like a whale typically takes between 7h 51m and 5h 14m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 94,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 17m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 13 days • Estimated word count: 94,250 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Almost like a whale?
The estimated word count for Almost like a whale is approximately 94,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Almost like a whale?
Almost like a whale was written by Steve Jones.
When was Almost like a whale published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2000. The original work may have been published on a different date.