How to Clone a Mammoth: The Science of De-Extinction

Beth Shapiro, an evolutionary biologist, explores the process of de-extinction, which involves bringing extinct species back to life, in her book "How to Clone a Mammoth." She discusses the practical benefits and ethical challenges of de-extinction and argues that the goal should be to revitalize and stabilize contemporary ecosystems.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 08 September 2020
Publisher: Princeton University Press

Could extinct species, like mammoths and passenger pigeons, be brought back to life? In How to Clone a Mammoth, evolutionary biologist and pioneer in ancient DNA research Beth Shapiro addresses this intriguing question by walking readers through the astonishing and controversial process of de-extinction. From deciding which species should be restored to anticipating how revived populations might be overseen in the wild, Shapiro vividly explores the extraordinary cutting-edge science that is being used to resurrect the past. Considering de-extinction's practical benefits and ethical challenges, Shapiro argues that the overarching goal should be the revitalization and stabilization of contemporary ecosystems. Looking at the very real and compelling science behind an idea once seen as science fiction, How to Clone a Mammoth demonstrates how de-extinction will redefine conservation's future.

Could extinct species, like mammoths and passenger pigeons, be brought back to life? In How to Clone a Mammoth, evolutionary biologist and pioneer in ancient DNA research Beth Shapiro addresses this intriguing question by walking readers through the astonishing and controversial process of de-extinction. From deciding which species should be restored to anticipating how revived populations might be overseen in the wild, Shapiro vividly explores the extraordinary cutting-edge science that is being used to resurrect the past. Considering de-extinction's practical benefits and ethical challenges, Shapiro argues that the overarching goal should be the revitalization and stabilization of contemporary ecosystems. Looking at the very real and compelling science behind an idea once seen as science fiction, How to Clone a Mammoth demonstrates how de-extinction will redefine conservation's future.

Weight: 282g
Dimension: 140 x 215 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780691209005