Description
This collection of elegantly written essays explores the intricate connections between human beings, the natural world, and the living systems that sustain them. Drawing on biology, medicine, ecology, language, and everyday observation, it considers subjects ranging from the behavior of cells and organisms to the broader meaning of health and human cooperation. With curiosity, wit, and philosophical depth, the author transforms scientific ideas into accessible reflections on what it means to be alive. The result is a thoughtful and enduring meditation on science, nature, and the interconnectedness of life.
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paperback
Penguin Books
Published Jan 1, 1978
153 pages
ISBN: 9780140047431
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First Published
1974
Language
eng
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