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Explodapedia: The Gene Ben Martynoga

Explodapedia: The Gene By Ben Martynoga

Explodapedia: The Gene by Ben Martynoga


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Summary

Welcome to Explodapedia, the indispensable guide to everything you need to know!

Explodapedia: The Gene Summary

Explodapedia: The Gene by Ben Martynoga

Your definitive guide to what makes you, you! The Gene clearly and accessibly explains the code that all life uses to make more of their species - and how mutations make every single one of us individual and unique!

Explodapedia: The Gene Reviews

Accessible, entertaining and focused on the history of science, as well as cutting-edge discoveries * New Scientist, Brilliant reads for young minds *
Extraordinary discoveries explained in a way everyone can understand . . . Easy to read for anyone curious about science * Sir Paul Nurse, Nobel Prize winning scientist *
A totally fascinating book, brimming with amazing scientific knowledge and fab illustrations. I had no idea cells were so interesting (or funny)! * Greg Jenner, praise for The Cell *
The perfect balance between charm, quirkiness and wonder. These books are for kids and adults alike * Siddhartha Mukherjee, Pulitzer Prize Winner *
[These books] should lead their readers willingly to the wonders of the biological world * Professor Richard Fortey *
Accessible and funny [...] a clever way to introduce young readers to some very complicated ideas that underpin [...] the basis of our understanding of all life today * Prof Venki Ramakrishnan (President of the Royal Society) *
I am a huge fan of the potential of narrative nonfiction, supported by solid science to inspire children's engagement and understanding of the natural world. The scientific detail and narrative approach of Explodapedia is an exciting new series in this field. * Catherine Barr *
Fascinating . . . I can't think of a more interesting or relevant book for our times * LoveReading, praise for The Virus *
A riveting read for young readers and adults alike * The Letter Press Project, praise for The Virus *
Mixing hard scientific fact, stories and humour * British Journal of General Practice, praise for The Virus *

About Ben Martynoga

Dr Ben Martynoga is a neuroscientist and science writer. After more than a decade at the forefront of brain research, he swapped his white coat for a pen. He has written on everything from the history of biology through to the latest technological innovations, running, stress and creativity. His work appears in the Guardian, New Statesman, the i newspaper, Financial Times and beyond. Moose Allain used to work in London as an architect specialising in urban regeneration, and contributed to the UK's successful Olympic bid. Since becoming an artist and cartoonist, he has created animations for the BBC, illustrated the Pointless quiz show book and had cartoons published in Private Eye and The Literary Review.

Additional information

NGR9781788452458
9781788452458
1788452453
Explodapedia: The Gene by Ben Martynoga
New
Paperback
David Fickling Books
2023-04-06
160
N/A
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