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Sean B. Carroll reveals how the same ancient genes build wildly different animals by switching on and off at just the right moments. It’s not new genes driving evolution, but clever rewiring of old ones. Why does a butterfly’s wing differ so much from a fruit fly’s eye? It all comes down to gene regulation during development.
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Sean B. Carroll reveals how DNA acts as a detailed forensic record of evolution, tracing survival and adaptation in the genetic code. This isn’t just theory—it's molecular evidence you can follow. How do tiny mutations translate into life-saving traits and complex organs? Carroll breaks down evolution’s blueprint with clarity and precision.
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Sean B. Carroll reveals DNA as more than a biological blueprint—it’s a detailed record of evolution’s twists and turns. This book unpacks how tiny genetic changes have real-world impacts, from antifreeze proteins in fish to primates’ color vision. It’s a forensic look at evolution written in our genes, clear evidence of adaptation and survival.
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