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Cambridge, Massachusetts: Harvard University Press, Date: 1983. 3rd Printing. Trade Paperback. Very Good. 6x0x9. Third printing. Edge wear, page ridges foxed, sticker ghost on rear cover. 1983 Trade Paperback. vii, 305 pp. In the spirit of Voltaire―and occasionally in the spirit of P. G. Wodehouse―P. B. and J. S. Medawar have crafted for the life sciences a source of reference that is meant for browsing, a book both authoritative and filled with delights. The authors’ breadth of knowledge is encyclopedic― arranged, appropriately enough, from A to Z―but more than that, they illuminate the ideas of biology with wit and intelligence and uncommon good sense. They bridge the chasm in our culture between the technically and the humanistically trained, breaking the code of jargon that limits access to scientific understanding. The Medawars’ special gift is to offer, at the same time, a pleasurable introduction for the layman and a source of new insight for the specialist. In this book we can find a clear and meaningful definition of interferon, a useful explanation of the immune system, and thoughtful essays on sociobiology, eugenics, and aging. But we also find: “It is a popular fallacy that chewing gum regains its flavor if removed from the mouth and parked, say, under a chair.†Whether in a serious discussion of cancer or a whimsical ...
Cambridge, Massachusetts: Harvard University Press, Date: 1983. 3rd Printing. Trade Paperback. Very Good. 6x0x9. Third printing. Edge wear, page ridges foxed, sticker ghost on rear cover. 1983 Trade Paperback. vii, 305 pp. In the spirit of Voltaire―and occasionally in the spirit of P. G. Wodehouse―P. B. and J. S. Medawar have crafted for the life sciences a source of reference that is meant for browsing, a book both authoritative and filled with delights. The authors’ breadth of knowledge is encyclopedic― arranged, appropriately enough, from A to Z―but more than that, they illuminate the ideas of biology with wit and intelligence and uncommon good sense. They bridge the chasm in our culture between the technically and the humanistically trained, breaking the code of jargon that limits access to scientific understanding. The Medawars’ special gift is to offer, at the same time, a pleasurable introduction for the layman and a source of new insight for the specialist. In this book we can find a clear and meaningful definition of interferon, a useful explanation of the immune system, and thoughtful essays on sociobiology, eugenics, and aging. But we also find: “It is a popular fallacy that chewing gum regains its flavor if removed from the mouth and parked, say, under a chair.†Whether in a serious discussion of cancer or a whimsical ...
ISBN10: 0674045378, ISBN13: 9780674045378, [publisher: Harvard University Press] Softcover Third printing. Edge wear, page ridges foxed, sticker ghost on rear cover. 1983 Trade Paperback. vii, 305 pp. In the spirit of Voltaire?and occasionally in the spirit of P. G. Wodehouse?P. B. and J. S. Medawar have crafted for the life sciences a source of reference that is meant for browsing, a book both authoritative and filled with delights. The authors? breadth of knowledge is encyclopedic? arranged, appropriately enough, from A to Z?but more than that, they illuminate the ideas of biology with wit and intelligence and uncommon good sense. They bridge the chasm in our culture between the technically and the humanistically trained, breaking the code of jargon that limits access to scientific understanding. The Medawars? special gift is to offer, at the same time, a pleasurable introduction for the layman and a source of new insight for the specialist. In this book we can find a clear and meaningful definition of interferon, a useful explanation of the immune system, and thoughtful essays on sociobiology, eugenics, and aging. But we also find: ?It is a popular fallacy that chewing gum regains its flavor if removed from the mouth and parked, say, under a chair.? Whether in a serious discussion of cancer or a whimsical reflection on ?chicken and egg? imagery in science, the Medawars? blend of fact, literary allusion, historical anecdote, mythical and folk tradition, and even ...
ISBN10: 0674045378, ISBN13: 9780674045378, [publisher: Harvard University Press] Softcover The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. [Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1985]
ISBN10: 0674045378, ISBN13: 9780674045378, [publisher: Harvard University Press] Softcover The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. [Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1985]
Harvard University Press. Used - Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner’s name, short gifter’s inscription or light stamp. Harvard University Press ISBN 0674045378 9780674045378 [US]
ISBN10: 0674045378, ISBN13: 9780674045378, [publisher: Harvard University Press] Softcover Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. [Frederick, MD, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1985]
ISBN10: 0674045378, ISBN13: 9780674045378, [publisher: Harvard University Press] Softcover Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. [Frederick, MD, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1985]
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Harvard University Press 1985 Revised ed. Trade paperback Very Good Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.
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ISBN10: 0674045378, ISBN13: 9780674045378, [publisher: Harvard University Press] Softcover Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. [Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1985]
Harvard University Press, Date: 1985. Paperback. Acceptable. Former library book; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed. 1985. Harvard University Press ISBN 0674045378 9780674045378 [US]
Harvard University Press, Date: 1985. Paperback. Good. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed. 1985. Harvard University Press ISBN 0674045378 9780674045378 [US]
Harvard University Press, Date: 1985. Paperback. Acceptable. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed. 1985. Harvard University Press ISBN 0674045378 9780674045378 [US]
ISBN10: 0674045378, ISBN13: 9780674045378, [publisher: Harvard University Press] Softcover Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.1 [Dallas, TX, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1985]
ISBN10: 0674045378, ISBN13: 9780674045378, [publisher: Harvard University Press] Softcover Well packaged and promptly shipped from California. Partnered with Friends of the Library since 2010. [San Rafael, CA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1985]
ISBN10: 0674045378, ISBN13: 9780674045378, [publisher: HARVARD UNIV PR] Softcover In the spirit of Voltaire-and occasionally in the spirit of P. G. Wodehouse-P. B. and J. S. Medawar have crafted for the life sciences a source of reference that is meant for browsing-a book both authoritative and filled with delights. [Greven, Germany] [Publication Year: 1985]
ISBN10: 0674045378, ISBN13: 9780674045378, [publisher: HARVARD UNIV PR] Softcover In the spirit of Voltaire-and occasionally in the spirit of P. G. Wodehouse-P. B. and J. S. Medawar have crafted for the life sciences a source of reference that is meant for browsing-a book both authoritative and filled with delights. [Greven, Germany] [Publication Year: 1985]
ISBN10: 0674045378, ISBN13: 9780674045378, [publisher: Harvard University Press] Softcover Good paperback, bumped/creased with shelfwear; may have previous owner's name inside. Standard-sized. [Harrisburg, PA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1985]
Harvard University Press 1985 Revised ed. Paperback Good paperback, bumped/creased with shelfwear; may have previous owner's name inside. Standard-sized.
Harvard University Press, Date: 1985-03-15. Paperback. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! 1985. Harvard University Press ISBN 0674045378 9780674045378 [US]
ISBN10: 0674045378, ISBN13: 9780674045378, [publisher: Harvard University Press] Softcover New. Fast Shipping and good customer service [Fayetteville, TX, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1985]
ISBN10: 0674045378, ISBN13: 9780674045378, [publisher: Harvard University Press] Softcover Book is in NEW condition. [Hawthorne, CA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1985]
Harvard University Press, Date: 1985. Trade Paperback. Good +. 1985. Harvard University Press ISBN 0674045378 9780674045378 [CA]
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