Throw out your fossils—the best evidence for evolution is now found in DNA.DNA is the genetic blueprint of all creatures.

Scientists have only recently discovered that it is also a living chronicle of evolution.

In this book, leading biologist and writer Sean B.

Carroll takes us on an exhilarating tour of the exquisite evolutionary record.

The DNA record of evolution is filled with surprises.

Immortal genes and evolution repeating itself are two of the stunners that await the lucky reader.

The case for evolution can no longer be contested now that the DNA evidence is revealed.

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Author: Sean B. Carroll

Publisher: W. W. Norton

Date: Sep. 10, 2007

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