I'm an aspiring biologist, and I wanted to know if anyone had some bokk suggestions for me?
Thanks
2007-06-01 16:30:31 · 11 answers · asked by David M 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology
sorry: "had some good BOOKS"
2007-06-01 16:31:10 · update #1
sorry again: just realized that the title said godd instead of good.
man, i'm having a bad day...
2007-06-01 16:34:40 · update #2
The Singularity is Near - Ray Kurzweil
The Selfish Gene - Richard Dawkins
The Blind Watchmaker - Richard Dawkins
books by Stephen Jay Gould
Good luck! Have fun!
2007-06-01 16:34:32 · answer #1 · answered by Sci Fi Insomniac 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Carl Sagan: The Dragons of Eden
Carl Sagan: Broca's Brain
Charles Darwin: Origin of Species
Charles Darwin: The Voyage of the Beagle
Matt Ridley: The Red Queen
Carl Zimmer: Parasite Rex
Carl Zimmer: Evolution: The Triumph of an Idea
Edward O. Wilson: Naturalist
Sara B. Stein: Noah's Garden
2007-06-01 19:09:11 · answer #2 · answered by ecolink 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Read "The Ancestor's Tale" by Richard Dawkins. It's a pretty overwhelming book to look at if you're observing sheer size, but there's some pretty awesome and accurate descriptions of the process of evolution and all that it implies. Dawkins is also the master of telling a scientific story that the common man can understand. I never had any problem understanding the theories or ideas expressed in the book. It's a fabulous read.
2007-06-01 16:37:33 · answer #3 · answered by misti 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, CONGRATS! You've chosen the best career. Remember: Science is fun!
For the first courses and basic introductions, I recommend:
Bruce Alberts, et al.: Essential Cell Biology
An Introduction to the Molecular Biology of the Cell
Gregory Bateson: Mind and Nature
A Necessary Unity
Robert E. Blankenship: Molecular Mechanisms of Photosynthesis
For speculations on the Future of Biology (in your free time)
Matthew H. Nitecki, Antoni Hoffman: Neutral Models in Biology
- in genetics, ecology, evolution, and paleontology
Paul Rabinow: Making PCR
A Story of Biotechnology
Steven Rose: Lifelines
Biology, Freedom, Determinism
Steven Rose: The Making of Memory
From Molecules to Mind
2007-06-01 16:53:17 · answer #4 · answered by UNCLE GERARD 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I totally agree with both Seth's and SecretSauces recommendations, especially SecretSauce's. I'd also suggest: 1) The Greatest Show on Earth: The Evidence for Evolution by Richard Dawkins 2) Parasite Rex by Carl Zimmer (not only for the "yech" factor of finding out about parasites, but also for the sheer biological wonder of learning about what may be the most dangerous creatures on the planet.) 3) Your Inner Fish: A Journey into the 3.5-Billion-Year History of the Human Body by Neil Shubin. Have Fun!!
2016-05-19 00:43:42 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would recommend The Song of the Dodo by David Quammen. You do not need a huge scientific background, just an interest. You will learn a lot, but at the same time it is not hard to follow like a textbook because it is entertaining as well. Don't let it's length fool you - I enjoyed it!
2007-06-01 17:23:31 · answer #6 · answered by Kacie C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Beak of the Finch (forget author)
anyhting by Stephen Jay Gould
2007-06-01 16:47:25 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Matt Ridley's books are great, especially Genome and The Red Queen.
2007-06-02 15:37:13 · answer #8 · answered by KatyZo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you an get thru it "Origin of Species" is essential. "This is biology", Ernst Mayr. "The selfish Gene", Richard Dawkins. Look for the, "The Structure of Scientific Revoluitions".
2007-06-01 17:50:22 · answer #9 · answered by pablo f 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
for more modern read:
I loved the "seven daughters of Eve" very easy reading and talking about using mitochondrial DNA, fascinating. Sorry I can't tell you who wrote it as a friend has the book still (5 years now!)
2007-06-01 19:47:35 · answer #10 · answered by mareeclara 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋