The Gene
Siddhartha Mukherjee
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The Gene
by Siddhartha Mukherjee, Dennis Boutsikaris
Published
Nov 07, 2018
Publisher
Domingo Yayinevi
Pages
616
ISBN-13
9786051980324
ISBN-10
6051980326
Description
The Gene: An Intimate History is a book written by Siddhartha Mukherjee, an Indian-born American physician and oncologist. It was published on 17 May 2016 by Scribner. The book chronicles the history of the gene and genetic research, all the way from Aristotle to Crick, Watson and Franklin and then the 21st century scientists who mapped the human genome. The book discusses the power of genetics in determining people's well-being and traits. It delves into the personal genetic history of Siddhartha Mukherjee's family, including mental illness. However, it is also a cautionary message toward not letting genetic predispositions define a person or their fate, a mentality that the author says led to the rise of eugenics in history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Gene?
This edition of The Gene has approximately 616 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 The Gene?
For most readers, The Gene typically takes between 12h 50m and 8h 33m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 154,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 10h 16m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 21 days • Estimated word count: 154,000 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 The Gene?
The estimated word count for The Gene is approximately 154,000 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 The Gene?
The Gene was written by Siddhartha Mukherjee, Dennis Boutsikaris.
When was The Gene published?
The publication date for this specific edition is Nov 07, 2018. The original work may have been published on a different date.