Wonders of the Living World : Curiosity, Awe, and the Meaning of Life.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Bancewicz, Ruth
Corporate Author: ProQuest (Firm)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Summertown, Oxford, England : Lion Hudson Limited, 2021.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of Contents:
  • Intro
  • Title Page
  • Copyright
  • Contents
  • 1. Exploring the Wonders of the Living World: An introduction
  • 2. Inner Worlds: A tour of the inner workings of a cell
  • 3. One in a Million? The chemistry of life in the universe
  • 4. Artistic Molecules: How messy processes form ordered life
  • 5. Dance of the Cells: Embryonic development
  • 6. The Map of Life: Is evolution compatible with purpose?
  • 7. The Snuggle for Existence: The power of cooperation
  • 8. Living Cities: The value of coral reef ecosystems
  • 9. Surprised by Meaning: Can the world say anything about God?
  • 10. Biology and Belief: A journey through science and faith
  • Acknowledgements
  • Further Reading: how to stay informed
  • Glossary
  • Selected diagrams