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The Monk in the Garden: The Lost and Found Genius of Gregor Mendel, the Father of Genetics
The Monk in the Garden The Lost and Found Genius of Gregor Mendel the Father of Genetics Author:Robin Marantz Henig In THE MONK IN THE GARDEN, award-winning author Robin Marantz Henig vividly evokes a little-known chapter in science, taking us back to the birth of genetics, a field that continues to challenge the way we think about life itself. Shrouded in mystery, Gregor Mendel's quiet life and discoveries make for fascinating reading. Among his pea plants H... more »enig finds a tale filled with intrigue, jealousy, and a healthy dose of bad timing. She "has done a remarkable job of fleshing out the myth with what few facts there are" (Washington Post Book World) and has delivered Mendel's story with grace and glittering prose. THE MONK IN THE GARDEN is both a "classic tale of redemption" (New York Times Book Review) and a science book of the highest literary order.« less
Kerry B. (kera108) reviewed The Monk in the Garden: The Lost and Found Genius of Gregor Mendel, the Father of Genetics on + 54 more book reviews
This is a well written and fascinating journey into the not so well known genesis of the science of genetics. Highly recommended for anyone interested in Natural History and the personalities behind this evolving science.