Also available in individual units, this lively, richly illustrated text makes biology relevant and appealing, revealing it as a dynamic process of exploration and discovery. Portrays biologists as they really are--human beings--with motivations, misfortunes and mishaps much like everyone has. Encourages students to think critically, solve problems, apply biological principles to everyday life. Cell Biology and Genetics contains chapters 1-17; Form and Function of Plant Life contains chapters 18-21; Form and Function of Animal Life contains chapters 22-32; chapters 33-35 are covered in Evolution; chapters 36-39 are covered in Diversity and Classification; and chapters 40-44 are covered in Ecology and Animal Behavior.
This is a review of Volume 1, Cell Biology and Genetics. Absolutely the best biology textbook out there. It covers everything you need to know in detail. The diagrams are visually clear and easy to understand. Explains the working of the human body at the cellular level including the necessary chemistry. It is a book that reveals the secrets of life. Fabulous!