Authored by a very eminent geneticist, this text gives students a
thorough appreciation of the development and potential of
analytical genetic techniques. Beginning with a consideration of
both the classical Mendelian and the molecular biological aspects
of genetic analysis, the book goes on to discuss progress in three
key areas of genetics. Firstly the elucidation of the detailed
structure and overall organization of the genome, secondly the way
that genetic differences at the molecular level account for
heritable variation in populations, and finally an explanation of
how the genes control the metabolism and development of the whole
organism. Professor Fincham takes as his theme the links between
classical and molecular genetics, and throughout the book shows how
the combination of these two approaches can be a powerful tool for
the advancement of genetic research.
* A clear and simple text from one of the world's leading
geneticists
* Abundant and innovative illustrations
* Links classical Mendelian genetics with the new molecular
genetic techniques
