Overview
Thoroughly revised and updated with the latest data from this every changing field, the Eighth Edition of Genetics: Analysis of Genes and Genomes provides a clear, balanced, and comprehensive introduction to genetics and genomics at the college level. Expanding upon the key elements that have made this text a success, Hartl has included updates throughout, as well as a new chapter dedicated to genetic evolution. He continues to treat transmission genetics, molecular genetics, and evolutionary genetics as fully integrated subjects and provide students with an unprecedented understanding of the basic process of gene transmission, mutation, expression, and regulation. New chapter openers include a new section highlighting scientific competencies, while end-of-chapter Guide to Problem-Solving sections demonstrate the concepts needed to efficiently solve problems and understand the reasoning behind the correct answer.
Editorials
From The Critics
Reviewer: Luis F. Escobar, MD, MS(St. Vincent Hospital and Health Care Center)Description: This is the eighth edition of an intense but easy to read textbook of genetics with detailed explanations of the concepts and logic behind the science of genes and genomes. Three main elements distinguish this book: 1) each chapter details an association with experimental evidence for the information it presents; 2) the self-assessment questions that end each chapter, and the databank available online for instructors; and 3) the online support and additional material that students as well as instructors will appreciate.
Purpose: The authors recognize the need for learning objectives and the challenges teachers face in maintaining the interest and enthusiasm of their students. The authors accomplish their objective with this exciting, easy to read textbook with a stimulating design. Teachers and students will find themselves immersed in difficult genetic topics presented in a clarifying simple way. The book truly provokes the desire to understand the principles of genetics in a comprehensive and rigorous way.
Audience: "Designed for undergraduate students, this book provides a concise and logical base for individuals who may pursue careers in genetics. Very few textbooks on this subject have accomplished this without losing scientific validity. The authors are well recognized authorities in human genetics. "
Features: This is a well-rounded approach to the understanding of the extensive influence of genetics in human life as well as our environment. The book moves from the basic concept of the gene as a genetic unit to evolution as a consequence of an active and transforming system. It discusses the basic concepts of Mendelian genetics with an energetic perspective. Of particular interest to me is the chapter on the measurement of human diversity. This wonderful textbook includes self-review guides to reinforce the information in each chapter. In addition, it provides a concise dictionary of genetics and a companion website. All art figures and photographs are carefully and strategically planned and the book design and appearance is inviting. This work is a wonderful, unified compilation of extensive knowledge in genetics, molecular genetics, and evolutionary genetics.
Assessment: Congratulations to the authors for this unique textbook. The art of teaching genetics is well served by their contribution. We expect that as the vast knowledge of genetics increases, the book will be reviewed and new editions will be issued.