Publisher's Synopsis
Fascinating case studies highlight evolutionary research in the lab and in the wild From Darwin to DNA — your objective guide to the key concepts of evolution Want to get a clear understanding of evolution? This plain–English guide explains what evolution is, how it works, and the ways it affects your life. You′ll see how evolution impacts everything from body shape to behavior to choosing a mate, ways we can trace the past evolutionary history of species, and how humans continue to evolve. Discover: What natural selection is and how it works The evolutionary history of modern humans The evolution of viruses and scientists′ fight against them The role of genetics in the evolution of species
