The Body Politic (Paperback)

Jonathan D. Moreno

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Lingua: inglese

Editore: Bellevue Literary Press, New York, 2011

1934137383 / 9781934137383

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Paperback. A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year and Scientific American Book Club selectionMoreno pulls apart the debates on eugenics, abortion, end-of-life decisions, embryonic stem-cell research, reproductive cloning, chimeras and synthetic biology, among others, carefully reassembling whats at stake for each side. In graceful, sparkling prose, he illuminates intricate threads of history and complex philosophical arguments. . . . Highly recommended for anyone interested in the[se] vital issues. Kirkus Reviews (starred review)We have entered what is called the biological century and a new biopolitics has emerged to address the implications for Americas collective value system, our well-being, and ultimately, our future. The Body Politic is the first book to recognize and assess this new force in our political landscapeone that fuels todays culture wars and has motivated politicians of all stripes to reexamine their platforms. As Moreno explains the most contentious issues, he also offers an engaging history of the intersection between science and democracy in American life, a reasoned (and often surprising) analysis of how different political ideologies view scientific controversies, and a vision for how the new biopolitics can help shape the quality of our lives.Jonathan D. Moreno is the David and Lyn Silfen University Professor at the University of Pennsylvania and the editor-in-chief for the Center for American Progress online magazine, Science Progress. He divides his time between Philadelphia and Washington, DC. The Body Politic is the first comprehensive history of the significance and struggles over science in America. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

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Titolo
The Body Politic (Paperback)
Autore
Jonathan D. Moreno
Editore
Bellevue Literary Press, New York
Anno di pubblicazione
2011
Condizione
new
Rilegatura
Paperback
Lingua
inglese
ISBN 10
1934137383
ISBN 13
9781934137383

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