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A Clone of Your Own?: The Science and Ethics of Cloning (Hardcover)

by Arlene Judith Klotzko (Author) "The name of Frankenstein, the eponymous hero of Mary Shelley's novel, is known to most people throughout the Western world, irrespective of whether they have..." (more)
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British Medical Journal, August 21, 2004
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"A readable and intelligent introduction to the science and ethos of cloning." --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Good basic introduction to cloning, 15 Dec 2007
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This book provides a competent, if brief, overview of the technology and the ethical issues surrounding cloning. It therefore serves as a reasonable introduction to the science with as much detail as the non-specialist is likely to require. On the ethical side it is somewhat lightweight however, restricting itself to a summary of well-rehearsed arguments better dealt with elsewhere. This is both disappointing and surprising given that the author is a bioethicist and lawyer. The book is definitely more journalism than scholarship. In this sense therefore I found the book fell short of expectation; it also seems at times to be written as an apologetic for cloning rather than a balanced examination of arguments. Of particular interest in this regard is the support for reproductive cloning under certain circumstances. Having said that the book is accessible, readable and serves as a great introduction to the field. If you want the main points in a nutshell this book will not disappoint.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A CLONE OF YOUR OWN by Arlene Judith Klotzko, 8 Feb 2004
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Far from a dry scientific tome, this is a brilliant exploration of all aspects of cloning and the implications of new developments in the field for our future. The author unravels the moral maze surrounding the science in an authoritative, lucid and engaging style. If you read one book on the subject make it this one.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Clones are Human Too, 8 Feb 2004
Utter the phrase 'human cloning' and most people will throw up their hands in horror and think of carbon copies of evil dictators or armies of mindless, identical warriors. In this lucid account of the science, ethics and culture of cloning, Arlene Judith Klotzko shows us how far from the truth this is. As she points out, we already have clones in the form of identical twins, but clones of pre-existing adults will never be exact copies as their upbringing and environment will be different. A clone of Mozart, while musically gifted, would be unlikely to write the 42nd symphony. Using rich, literary style, Klotzko shows us how our attitudes have been prejudiced by film, fiction and a few maverick would-be cloners. When the hype has worn off, the reality of having a clone of your own might be similar to the joys of having a baby by IVF; - but not until many technical risks and hurdles are overcome. This is essential and very pleasurable reading for anyone who wants to keep up with the science and the moral debate around cloning.
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