A concise introduction to population genetics, covering statistical foundations, Hardy–Weinberg equilibrium, genetic drift, selection, mating systems, polygenic traits, and speciation. Appropriate for undergraduate students or as a reference for geneticists.
This Darwinian biology textbook introduces key concepts—population genetics, ecology, evolution, systematics, morphology—using an engaging “magazine-style” format aimed at sophomores and juniors. It emphasizes the interplay between organism and environment to prepare students for advanced topics .
Volume C of the Norton Anthology includes key texts from the late 19th century, representing a transition to realism and naturalism. Writers such as Mark Twain, Henry James, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, and others explore themes of race, gender, industry, and identity in post-Civil War America.
A collection of current reviews and protocols in applied microbiology, supported by extensive bibliographies. Contains chapters on Bt insecticidal proteins, lactic acid production, biodegradable polyesters, phytase, and Bacillus strains, with praise from ASM News and Biopharm
A pedagogical text aimed at introductory genetics courses. Focuses on core concepts and problem-solving without overwhelming detail. Includes clear explanations, abundant diagrams, and end-of-chapter review problems. Reflects decades of teaching experience.
This volume of the Norton Anthology covers American literature from 1914 to 1945, a period marked by modernism, war, and dramatic shifts in literary style and culture. It features works by authors such as T.S. Eliot, William Faulkner, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Langston Hughes, and others.
Presents microbiology through a general biology lens. Features concise chapters on methods, structure, metabolism, growth, environmental influences, genetics, and classification. Introduces major microbial groups in 13 detailed chapters