Abraham's Children
Race, Identity, and the DNA of the Chosen People- By Jon Entine
Full Description
Could our sense of who we are really turn on a sliver of DNA? In our multiethnic world, questions of individual identity are becoming increasingly unclear. Now in ABRAHAM'S CHILDREN bestselling author Jon Entine vividly brings to life the profound human implications of the Age of Genetics while illuminating one of today's most controversial topics: the connection between genetics and who we are, and specifically the question "Who is a Jew?" ... more
Critical Praise
"The discovery of a genetic flaw typical of the Jewish population that predisposes women to breast and ovarian cancer in the author's family made matters of race, religion, DNA and politics personal. Entine first examines the often sticky question, "who is a Jew" before launching into a wealth of fascinating history about the people, DNA research and isolated population groups."—Monstersandcritics.com
"This book informs us of who were are, how we got here, and, why we do what we do. New methods of genetic study turn up fascinating connections and differences between the Ashkenazim and Sephardim, not only in language and customs, but also in DNA. For example, studies of women’s diseases show that one group has a higher incidence of breast cancer, and the other, a higher incidence of cervical cancer. Maps detail migration routes, and chapters discuss the history and rituals of various tribes and families. The book is full of information and it is a fascinating popular read. Highly recommended."
-Association of Jewish Libraries
"The book ends with some fascinating appendixes. One lists "Jewish" diseases, and another shows how easy it is to determine one's own DNA (you don't have to be Jewish) - and includes a list of laboratories that make it possible and not exorbitantly expensive. All worth reading unless you are sublimely happy with the way you are now."
-The Washington Times
"Abraham's Children is a compelling reinterpretation of biblical history and a challenging and exciting illustration of the promise and power of genetic research."
-American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research
- Category:
- SCIENCE, HISTORY
- Format:
- HARDCOVER BOOK
- Publish Date:
- 10/24/2007
- Price:
- $27.99
- ISBN:
- 9780446580632
- Pages:
- 432
- Size:
- 6" x 9"
