The Double Helix by James D. Watson
A Personal Account of the Discovery of the Structure of DNA
This book is a personal account of the race to discover the structure of DNA, told from the perspective of one of the co-discoverers. It provides an insider's view of scientific research, the collaboration and competition, the dedication, the doubt, the exhilaration of discovery, and the often fraught relationship between science and the rest of life. The book also explores the personalities, quirks, and conflicts of the scientists involved in the groundbreaking discovery.
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- Published
- 1968
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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- La Doppia Elica
- La doppia elica
- The Double Helix: A Personal Account of the Discovery of the Structure of DNA
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- 33rd on The 100 Best Non-Fiction Books of the Century (National Review)
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