Science and Society
This illuminating series presents a cutting-edge discussion of some of the leading scientific and ethical issues in contemporary society. High-low and interested readers will be given the foundational details about modern genetics, infertility, access and approval of new medicines, animal testing, genetically modified organisms, and chemical and biological warfare. The series provides teens with intriguing data and statistics, and an objective perspective on each topic to engage them in the debate and help them understand opposing points of view.
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Book Review: Genetically Modified Food"Jeri Freedman communicates concisely the controversial and informative topic of genetically modified foods. Opening with an historical overview of Gregor Mendel and genetics, the easy text explains what genetically modified foods are. With topics such as creating new foods, why we need genetically engineered foods, the genetic food debate, genetically modifying plants and animals, biodiversity issues, and government regulation of foods, the reader is certain to examine his own opinion from the thought-provoking facts presented...will ignite the reader to read and research with intensity. The inclusion of organizations to explore adds to the information. Text/photo agreement aids the readability of the text. Colorful pictures with subtitles greatly enhance the text, as do diagrams. With cloning and genetics being "hot," this book adds a fresh topic that is certain to be studied in science, sociology, and debate classes. Students will find this a useful, readable, resource...RECOMMENDED."
--Library Media Connection
Series Review: Science and Society
"A well-organized, inviting series. Short chapters introduce the science, present various subtopics, and discuss social aspects. Technology and Infertility, for example, includes chapters such as "Reproductive Biology," "Treating Infertility," and "New Techniques: Moral and Ethical Issues." The breadth of topics is impressive, and is matched by the quality of the writing. Scientific material is explained well for this age group, providing examples and definitions as appropriate. Each book features excellent photos and other visuals that illuminate the discussion. The publisher's Web site for each book allows for future updating of recommended Web resources. Extensive back matter in each book includes lists of organizations to contact for further information and bibliographies of up to dozens of Web sites."
--Melissa Rabey, Frederick County Public Libraries, MD, School Library Journal
