Understanding Living Systems

Life is purposeful and creative, with genes controlling destiny. This book presents a paradigm shift in understanding living systems, showing that the genome is a tool orchestrated by the system, not a code or blueprint. It demonstrates how organisms make choices, influencing behavior, development, and evolution, and how they act as agents of natural selection. Reading this book will make you see life in a new light, as a triumph of evolution.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 182 pages
Publication date: 06 July 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Life is undeniably purposeful and creative, with organisms harnessing genes to shape their destiny. This groundbreaking book offers a paradigm shift in our understanding of living systems, challenging the notion that the genome is a code, blueprint, or set of instructions. Instead, it reveals that the genome is a tool orchestrated by the system, playing a pivotal role in shaping the behavior, development, and evolution of organisms. Through compelling evidence and innovative insights, this book demonstrates how organisms make choices, exerting influence over their behavior, growth, and evolutionary trajectory. It unveils a novel perspective on fundamental philosophical and cultural questions, including the concept of free will. By delving into the complexities of gene-centered thinking, this book invites readers to reevaluate their perception of life, viewing it as a marvelous phenomenon and, in some sense, a testament to the triumph of evolution. It emphasizes that we are not defined by our genes but rather our genes are a part of us, shaping our experiences and opportunities. Embracing this transformative perspective will enrich our understanding of the world and inspire us to appreciate the incredible diversity and complexity of life.

Weight: 194g
Dimension: 126 x 178 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781009277365