Author: Edward Dolnick
Publisher: Basic Books
ISBN: 0465094961
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 406
Book Description
Why cracking the code of human conception took centuries of wild theories, misogynist blunders, and ludicrous mistakes Throughout most of human history, babies were surprises. People knew the basics: men and women had sex, and sometimes babies followed. But beyond that the origins of life were a colossal mystery. The Seeds of Life is the remarkable and rollicking story of how a series of blundering geniuses and brilliant amateurs struggled for two centuries to discover where, exactly, babies come from. Taking a page from investigative thrillers, acclaimed science writer Edward Dolnick looks to these early scientists as if they were detectives hot on the trail of a bedeviling and urgent mystery. These strange searchers included an Italian surgeon using shark teeth to prove that female reproductive organs were not 'failed' male genitalia, and a Catholic priest who designed ingenious miniature pants to prove that frogs required semen to fertilize their eggs. A witty and rousing history of science, The Seeds of Life presents our greatest scientists struggling-against their perceptions, their religious beliefs, and their deep-seated prejudices-to uncover how and where we come from.
The Seeds of Life
Author: Edward Dolnick
Publisher: Basic Books
ISBN: 0465094961
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 406
Book Description
Why cracking the code of human conception took centuries of wild theories, misogynist blunders, and ludicrous mistakes Throughout most of human history, babies were surprises. People knew the basics: men and women had sex, and sometimes babies followed. But beyond that the origins of life were a colossal mystery. The Seeds of Life is the remarkable and rollicking story of how a series of blundering geniuses and brilliant amateurs struggled for two centuries to discover where, exactly, babies come from. Taking a page from investigative thrillers, acclaimed science writer Edward Dolnick looks to these early scientists as if they were detectives hot on the trail of a bedeviling and urgent mystery. These strange searchers included an Italian surgeon using shark teeth to prove that female reproductive organs were not 'failed' male genitalia, and a Catholic priest who designed ingenious miniature pants to prove that frogs required semen to fertilize their eggs. A witty and rousing history of science, The Seeds of Life presents our greatest scientists struggling-against their perceptions, their religious beliefs, and their deep-seated prejudices-to uncover how and where we come from.
Publisher: Basic Books
ISBN: 0465094961
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 406
Book Description
Why cracking the code of human conception took centuries of wild theories, misogynist blunders, and ludicrous mistakes Throughout most of human history, babies were surprises. People knew the basics: men and women had sex, and sometimes babies followed. But beyond that the origins of life were a colossal mystery. The Seeds of Life is the remarkable and rollicking story of how a series of blundering geniuses and brilliant amateurs struggled for two centuries to discover where, exactly, babies come from. Taking a page from investigative thrillers, acclaimed science writer Edward Dolnick looks to these early scientists as if they were detectives hot on the trail of a bedeviling and urgent mystery. These strange searchers included an Italian surgeon using shark teeth to prove that female reproductive organs were not 'failed' male genitalia, and a Catholic priest who designed ingenious miniature pants to prove that frogs required semen to fertilize their eggs. A witty and rousing history of science, The Seeds of Life presents our greatest scientists struggling-against their perceptions, their religious beliefs, and their deep-seated prejudices-to uncover how and where we come from.
Seeds
Author: Rob Kesseler
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781906506520
Category : Seeds
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Art and science collaborate on a fascinating story with extraordinary images in a highly-acclaimed book. Seeds, the most complex organs produced by plants, ensure the biodiversity of our planet. They vary from the impressive Seychelles nut that weighs twenty kilos to the dust-like seeds of the orchids. Some wait for hundreds of years to find the right place and time for germination after travelling thousands of kilometres or just a few centimetres. The evolution of their highly sophisticated structures from prehistoric times to today makes fascinating reading as do the wiles plants use to attract and deceive their chosen pollinators. The extraordinary images that accompany this story provide an unprecedented presentation of the magnificent diversity of seeds in all their exquisite beauty and sophistication. Fruits are the keepers of the precious seeds that ensure our future; some are edible, others inedible and many, quite simply, incredible.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781906506520
Category : Seeds
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Art and science collaborate on a fascinating story with extraordinary images in a highly-acclaimed book. Seeds, the most complex organs produced by plants, ensure the biodiversity of our planet. They vary from the impressive Seychelles nut that weighs twenty kilos to the dust-like seeds of the orchids. Some wait for hundreds of years to find the right place and time for germination after travelling thousands of kilometres or just a few centimetres. The evolution of their highly sophisticated structures from prehistoric times to today makes fascinating reading as do the wiles plants use to attract and deceive their chosen pollinators. The extraordinary images that accompany this story provide an unprecedented presentation of the magnificent diversity of seeds in all their exquisite beauty and sophistication. Fruits are the keepers of the precious seeds that ensure our future; some are edible, others inedible and many, quite simply, incredible.
The Seed of Life
Author: Pamala Downey
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 145009192X
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 94
Book Description
I was inspired to create this cook book by the Holy Spirit. Jesus wants his children to hear and know his word. He wants them to be fed. The recipes in this book were from my Grandmothers, my Mother, My Aunt's and brothers and Sisters. In and among the recipe's are scripture from the Holy Bible. Feel free to open your Bibles and check the scriptures. Shalom a-lei-khem "Peace be upon you!"
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 145009192X
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 94
Book Description
I was inspired to create this cook book by the Holy Spirit. Jesus wants his children to hear and know his word. He wants them to be fed. The recipes in this book were from my Grandmothers, my Mother, My Aunt's and brothers and Sisters. In and among the recipe's are scripture from the Holy Bible. Feel free to open your Bibles and check the scriptures. Shalom a-lei-khem "Peace be upon you!"
Seeds of Life
Author: Joseph Esposito
Publisher: Outskirts Press
ISBN: 1478756691
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 115
Book Description
“Believe” is a seven-letter word with immense power. What do you believe? What habits of mind, heart, and soul shape your daily life? Seeds of Life is an exploration of wisdom gained from a life well-lived, sharing lessons about self-respect, relationships with loved ones, how to discover your calling in life, and most of all, how to make the most of every day. Each person has something unique to share with others. Seeds of Life will inspire you to look within your heart, and ask yourself if you are giving generously of your gifts and time, and if you are truly grateful for all that God has given to you. Gentle, warm, and wise, Seeds of Life will become a treasured companion on your life’s journey.
Publisher: Outskirts Press
ISBN: 1478756691
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 115
Book Description
“Believe” is a seven-letter word with immense power. What do you believe? What habits of mind, heart, and soul shape your daily life? Seeds of Life is an exploration of wisdom gained from a life well-lived, sharing lessons about self-respect, relationships with loved ones, how to discover your calling in life, and most of all, how to make the most of every day. Each person has something unique to share with others. Seeds of Life will inspire you to look within your heart, and ask yourself if you are giving generously of your gifts and time, and if you are truly grateful for all that God has given to you. Gentle, warm, and wise, Seeds of Life will become a treasured companion on your life’s journey.
Seeds of Life
Author: Gracewing
Publisher: Gracewing Publishing
ISBN: 9780852444313
Category : Christian martyrs
Languages : en
Pages : 124
Book Description
Martyrs are the perfect disciples of Christ, imitating him by sacrificing their lives. Their example has always encouraged the faith of others. Even today people are dying as martyrs for Christ. This book tells of the very earliest martyrs in North Africa, and of France, from which most of these martyred monks came. Includes Perpetua, Felicitas, Tertullian, Cyprian, and others.
Publisher: Gracewing Publishing
ISBN: 9780852444313
Category : Christian martyrs
Languages : en
Pages : 124
Book Description
Martyrs are the perfect disciples of Christ, imitating him by sacrificing their lives. Their example has always encouraged the faith of others. Even today people are dying as martyrs for Christ. This book tells of the very earliest martyrs in North Africa, and of France, from which most of these martyred monks came. Includes Perpetua, Felicitas, Tertullian, Cyprian, and others.
BEFORE YOU SOW THE SEED OF LIFE
Author: Aditi Mayapuri
Publisher: The Write Order Publication
ISBN: 935776934X
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 107
Book Description
About the Book: In a world of stress and modern demands, Aditi Mayapuri narrates a heartfelt exploration of preparing for the incredible adventure of becoming a parent. From the challenges of contemporary lifestyles to the rising prevalence of infertility, this book unveils the vital importance of nurturing your body and mind before conceiving. “Before You Sow The Seed Of Life” celebrates the beautiful, messy, and endlessly rewarding adventure that is parenthood. With a focus on preparing for this life-changing journey, the book delves into the importance of a healthy lifestyle and dispelling the effects of modern stressors. It also explores how the various challenges continue to affect the mother and father throughout the process from conception to pregnancy, and even after childbirth. "Before You Sow The Seed Of Life" is your trusted companion on the path to parenthood, offering inspiration and guidance for couples of all backgrounds.
Publisher: The Write Order Publication
ISBN: 935776934X
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 107
Book Description
About the Book: In a world of stress and modern demands, Aditi Mayapuri narrates a heartfelt exploration of preparing for the incredible adventure of becoming a parent. From the challenges of contemporary lifestyles to the rising prevalence of infertility, this book unveils the vital importance of nurturing your body and mind before conceiving. “Before You Sow The Seed Of Life” celebrates the beautiful, messy, and endlessly rewarding adventure that is parenthood. With a focus on preparing for this life-changing journey, the book delves into the importance of a healthy lifestyle and dispelling the effects of modern stressors. It also explores how the various challenges continue to affect the mother and father throughout the process from conception to pregnancy, and even after childbirth. "Before You Sow The Seed Of Life" is your trusted companion on the path to parenthood, offering inspiration and guidance for couples of all backgrounds.
Seeds of Perspective: Planting Hope and Healing In The Baggage Of Life
Author: Beth Grisham
Publisher: Ambassador International
ISBN: 1649601697
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 121
Book Description
Raw. Honest. Transparent. Hopeful. All of these are words readers might use when describing the stories found in Seeds of Perspective: Planting Hope and Healing From the Baggage of Life. However, they are not terms we might expect to hear paired with stories of addiction, pornography, abortion, infertility, and death. As one of the contributing writers states, “Processing is not easy, but it’s important to feel the pain and work through it to heal. Shoving it down gets you nowhere.” In Seeds of Perspective, Beth Grisham has compiled chapters contributed by anonymous women of all ages and walks of life who willingly poured out their most difficult life situations as a personal sacrifice to help others process and find hope and healing in their own worst mistakes. They believe that remembering and sharing their stories awakens in each of us a deeper understanding of God’s promise to redeem our lives for His glory and His purposes, and to bring beauty from the ashes of our past. So come. Journey with us as we sow seeds of perspective that can help you find purpose in the baggage of your own past. If we can do it, we know you can, too.
Publisher: Ambassador International
ISBN: 1649601697
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 121
Book Description
Raw. Honest. Transparent. Hopeful. All of these are words readers might use when describing the stories found in Seeds of Perspective: Planting Hope and Healing From the Baggage of Life. However, they are not terms we might expect to hear paired with stories of addiction, pornography, abortion, infertility, and death. As one of the contributing writers states, “Processing is not easy, but it’s important to feel the pain and work through it to heal. Shoving it down gets you nowhere.” In Seeds of Perspective, Beth Grisham has compiled chapters contributed by anonymous women of all ages and walks of life who willingly poured out their most difficult life situations as a personal sacrifice to help others process and find hope and healing in their own worst mistakes. They believe that remembering and sharing their stories awakens in each of us a deeper understanding of God’s promise to redeem our lives for His glory and His purposes, and to bring beauty from the ashes of our past. So come. Journey with us as we sow seeds of perspective that can help you find purpose in the baggage of your own past. If we can do it, we know you can, too.
The Doctrine of Life; Or of Man's Redemption, by the Seed of Eve, the Seed of Abraham, the Seed of David, Etc
Author: Edward HOLYOKE (of New England.)
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Puritans
Languages : en
Pages : 484
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Puritans
Languages : en
Pages : 484
Book Description
Forgiveness in the Seeds of the Soul
Author: Geraldine Boardman
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1543480403
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 46
Book Description
Rediscover the beauty in yourself by working with these nine seeds of the soul. Working with these nine seeds, you become a beauty in life experiences. By obtaining these seeds and cultivating them, you acquire strength as they grow into a garden of fruit trees of wisdom. The metaphors are life experiences as your seed grows from a seed to a fruit tree of wisdom. You develop character in how you respond to the metaphor of life with the seed you plant. You develop into beauty by combining the physical with the soul. You grow into beauty by growing from a seed of the soul into a fruit tree of wisdom.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1543480403
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 46
Book Description
Rediscover the beauty in yourself by working with these nine seeds of the soul. Working with these nine seeds, you become a beauty in life experiences. By obtaining these seeds and cultivating them, you acquire strength as they grow into a garden of fruit trees of wisdom. The metaphors are life experiences as your seed grows from a seed to a fruit tree of wisdom. You develop character in how you respond to the metaphor of life with the seed you plant. You develop into beauty by combining the physical with the soul. You grow into beauty by growing from a seed of the soul into a fruit tree of wisdom.
The Crucial Revelation of Life in the Scriptures
Author: Witness Lee
Publisher: Living Stream Ministry
ISBN: 0736353887
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
In The Crucial Revelation of Life in the Scriptures, Witness Lee speaks of the central biblical truth of knowing and experiencing Christ as life. Throughout the Bible the availability of Christ as life is progressively revealed. The Old Testament presents many types of Christ as our life supply, and the New Testament clearly speaks of the believers being saved in His life by the Spirit of life.
Publisher: Living Stream Ministry
ISBN: 0736353887
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
In The Crucial Revelation of Life in the Scriptures, Witness Lee speaks of the central biblical truth of knowing and experiencing Christ as life. Throughout the Bible the availability of Christ as life is progressively revealed. The Old Testament presents many types of Christ as our life supply, and the New Testament clearly speaks of the believers being saved in His life by the Spirit of life.