Product Description

Genetic engineering and its impact on human reproduction have been high on the public agenda in recent years. In this book, a professor of reproductive biology sets out to discuss emerging issues, and to distinguish facts from tabloid fallacies.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #736553 in Books
• Published on: 2000-03-02
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 256 pages

Review
What was yesterday's fanciful speculation is now today's science. A book such as Gosden's fascinating study of the possibilities now opening for couples to have a perfect baby would have been unthinkable 20 years ago. But now a whole host of moral and ethical considerations have sprung up, as it becomes possible to create a child which will not only be 100% healthy, but may also be the parents' preferred gender, colour and colouring - as well as appearing at the desired time of life. As the possibility of designer babies moves ever closer, Gosden one of the movers and shakers in the field of reproductive science research, explains the scientific breakthroughs that have led to these possibilities and he is more than prepared to take on the considerable ethical implications of these new discoveries. His approach is cool and cogent and anyone wishing to examine this highly pertinent issue need look no further than this intelligent assessment. (Kirkus UK)