Reviews
“Where do we come from, what are we, where are we going?”—the title of a famous painting by French artist Gauguin, but also a question at the heart of biotechnology, since genes can reveal our past, present, and future. A philosophical approach to “Who am I?” feels familiar, while a scientific one feels new. Life science has advanced through gene recombination, reading genetic information, genome editing, and efforts to address aging; it amazes me that people have used these tools to understand
As students enter high school, they need to read books related to careers and subjects and write reports, so those interested in life sciences or medicine should seek related books. Unlike me, who read literature purely for fun, children today have little time and seem to read for more academic research purposes. It’s a little sad, but learning about careers and gaining knowledge beyond school may help them. Whatever the reason, quality reading matters. This DNA book, subtitled “Life Science
All living things, not only humans, have DNA. DNA, short for deoxyribonucleic acid, is a double-helix structure that carries genetic information in most organisms, with some viruses as exceptions. Humans may seem unremarkable on the outside, yet looking within reveals countless mysteries. Genetics has developed from Mendel's laws to modern biotechnology, though most of us lack technical knowledge; its effects are nevertheless tangible in daily life. The recent COVID-19 pandemic and vaccine
It’s astonishing that genes contain information about hair loss, obesity, and diseases, as well as information that could treat them. Research is ongoing, but perhaps soon people won’t have to struggle with weight or hair loss. If genes can help develop food, prevent aging, treat genetic diseases, and even clone beloved pets who have crossed the rainbow bridge, they really are a treasure house in our bodies. This difficult subject is written so accessibly that readers without much science
I wonder which careers will remain good and grow in the future—not for myself, but imagining what our children might do in 10 or 20 years. I’m just a parent hoping they’ll have a steady life. I hope this book catches my eye someday while I’m browsing. Genetics began with Mendel’s peas, but now touches daily life. COVID-era vaccine development made that tangible, though whether roughly four years is short depends on your perspective; to me it felt very long. The book surveys genetics from Mendel
I found it useful that the book explains interesting gene topics such as hair loss and obesity. It also seems like a good book for learning about life science overall and considering DNA as a technology for humanity’s future. I think students would enjoy it, too.
Lee Young-il: The Mirror Inside My Body, The Story of DNA
We often think DNA is what we inherit from our parents, but genes do more than simply make us and keep us working. Twenty-first-century biotechnology is transforming life by modifying and assembling genes to fight disease and create new organisms. This book explains genes accessibly and engagingly, including their potential to address incurable diseases, food shortages, and crop pests. It uses familiar examples such as COVID-19 vaccines and pet cloning, along with recent experiments, rather than dry science lessons. These stories introduce essential genetics for the biotechnology era and scientific ways to prepare for the future.
Korean title: 내 몸 안의 거울, DNA 이야기
Korean author: 이영일
Korean publisher: 리스컴
ISBN-13: 9791156163220
Reviews
“Where do we come from, what are we, where are we going?”—the title of a famous painting by French artist Gauguin, but also a question at the heart of biotechnology, since genes can reveal our past, present, and future. A philosophical approach to “Who am I?” feels familiar, while a scientific one feels new. Life science has advanced through gene recombination, reading genetic information, genome editing, and efforts to address aging; it amazes me that people have used these tools to understand
As students enter high school, they need to read books related to careers and subjects and write reports, so those interested in life sciences or medicine should seek related books. Unlike me, who read literature purely for fun, children today have little time and seem to read for more academic research purposes. It’s a little sad, but learning about careers and gaining knowledge beyond school may help them. Whatever the reason, quality reading matters. This DNA book, subtitled “Life Science
All living things, not only humans, have DNA. DNA, short for deoxyribonucleic acid, is a double-helix structure that carries genetic information in most organisms, with some viruses as exceptions. Humans may seem unremarkable on the outside, yet looking within reveals countless mysteries. Genetics has developed from Mendel's laws to modern biotechnology, though most of us lack technical knowledge; its effects are nevertheless tangible in daily life. The recent COVID-19 pandemic and vaccine
It’s astonishing that genes contain information about hair loss, obesity, and diseases, as well as information that could treat them. Research is ongoing, but perhaps soon people won’t have to struggle with weight or hair loss. If genes can help develop food, prevent aging, treat genetic diseases, and even clone beloved pets who have crossed the rainbow bridge, they really are a treasure house in our bodies. This difficult subject is written so accessibly that readers without much science
I wonder which careers will remain good and grow in the future—not for myself, but imagining what our children might do in 10 or 20 years. I’m just a parent hoping they’ll have a steady life. I hope this book catches my eye someday while I’m browsing. Genetics began with Mendel’s peas, but now touches daily life. COVID-era vaccine development made that tangible, though whether roughly four years is short depends on your perspective; to me it felt very long. The book surveys genetics from Mendel
I found it useful that the book explains interesting gene topics such as hair loss and obesity. It also seems like a good book for learning about life science overall and considering DNA as a technology for humanity’s future. I think students would enjoy it, too.
