Dolly Mixtures: The Remaking of Genealogy (A John Hope Franklin Center Book)

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While the creation of Dolly the sheep, the world’s most famous clone, triggered an enormous amount of discussion about human cloning, in Dolly Mixtures the anthropologist Sarah Franklin looks beyond that much-rehearsed controversy to some of the other reasons why the iconic animal’s birth and death were significant. Building on the work of historians and anthropologists, Franklin reveals Dolly as the embodiment of agricultural, scientific, social, and commercial histories which are, in turn, bound up with national and imperial aspirations. Dolly was the offspring of a long tradition of animal domestication, as well as the more recent histories of capital accumulation through selective breeding, and enhanced national competitiveness through the control of biocapital. Franklin traces Dolly’s connections to Britain’s centuries-old sheep and wool markets (which were vital to the nation’s industrial revolution) and to Britain’s export of animals to its colonies—particularly Australia—to expand markets and produce wealth. Moving forward in time, she explains the celebrity sheep’s links to the embryonic cell lines and global bioscientific innovation of the late twentieth century and early twenty-first.

Franklin combines wide-ranging sources—from historical accounts of sheep-breeding, to scientific representations of cloning by nuclear transfer, to popular media reports of Dolly’s creation and birth—as she draws on gender and kinship theory as well as postcolonial and science studies. She argues that there is an urgent need for more nuanced responses to the complex intersections between the social and the biological, intersections which are literally reshaping reproduction and genealogy. In Dolly Mixtures, Franklin uses the renowned sheep as an opportunity to begin developing a critical language to identify and evaluate the reproductive possibilities that post-Dolly biology now faces, and to look back at some of the important historical formations that enabled and prefigured Dolly’s creation.

Genetic Improvement of Cattle and Sheep (Cabi Publishing)

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Genetic Improvement of Cattle and Sheep (Cabi Publishing)
Geoff Simm
Manufacturer: Farming Press
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ASIN: 0851996426

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Humans started domesticating farm livestock over 10,000 years ago. For much of this time, livestock have been changed genetically by subjective means. In the past 50 years, the application of scientific methods to animal breeding has led to major improvements in the output, cost and quality of animal products in the last few decades. This book describes the principles of genetic improvement of farm livestock and the practical application of these principles to dairy cattle, beef cattle and sheep breeding. Originally published in 1998 by Farming Press.

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Get This Book.......2000-01-23

This is one of the best books I have read on genetic improvement of livestock. It covers everything from basic molecular genetics to statistical analysis of genetic progress. It gives a lot of terrific examples and I think anybody who is entertaining the idea of breeding livestock or working with livestock should definitely read this book. It is much more interesting than all of the old Animal Science books that have a lot of photographs of Showring Winners and little applied science. Get This Book!

The Second Creation: Dolly and the Age of Biological Control

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The Second Creation: Dolly and the Age of Biological Control
Ian Wilmut , Keith Campbell , and Colin Tudge
Manufacturer: Harvard University Press
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ASIN: 0674005864

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The Second Creation deals with some of the most important issues confronting us today: genetic engineering and cloning, and the control that science has over the process of life. Written by the noted science author Colin Tudge, the book is based on interviews with Ian Wilmut and Keith Campbell, the scientists who cloned Dolly the sheep. Its aim is to explain the story of how and why they came to cloning sheep and the implications for the future, from curing diseases to human cloning. But that's not easy to convey simply, according to Ian Wilmut:

The full story is, however, inescapably complicated. The science and technology of cloning, at least by our method, takes us into some of the most esoteric reaches of biology...

Their subject is complex and requires careful reading, but the reward is worth the effort. Inevitably, the issue of human cloning is looked at in some detail, and all three of the authors find the idea repugnant and do not believe society will accept it:

The pressures for human cloning are powerful; but, although it seems likely that somebody, at some time, will attempt it, we need not assume that it will ever become a common or significant feature of human life.

The book contains a comprehensive glossary to explain the scientific terms and abbreviations. Colin Tudge is the author of several books including The Engineer in the Garden, short-listed for the British Science Book Award. --Carina Trimingham, Amazon.co.uk

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The cloning of Dolly in 1996 from the cell of an adult sheep was a pivotal moment in history. For the first time, a team of scientists, led by Ian Wilmut and Keith Campbell, was able to clone a whole mammal using a single cultured adult body cell, a breakthrough that revolutionized three technologies--genetic engineering, genomics, and cloning by nuclear transfer from adult cells--and brought science ever closer to the possibility of human cloning. In this definitive account, the scientists who accomplished this stunning feat explain their hypotheses and experiments, their conclusions, and the ethical and scientific ramifications of their work. Written with award-winning science writer Colin Tudge, The Second Creation is a landmark work that details the most exciting and challenging scientific discovery of the twentieth century.

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Fertility.......2006-05-18

Wonderful and interesting. Are scientists able to isolate the cells right before they undergo meiosis and use those cells for somatic nuclear transfer? For example, take a liver cell and perform a somatic nuclear transfer with a precursor cell (of the eggs)--the precursor cell undergoes meiosis to produce the ovum. It would give hope to infertile people and avoid the controversy of cloning.

BOOK REPORT APPROVAL.......2006-02-23

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Insightful!.......2001-08-07

Science is breeding new technologies at an unprecedented rate, and with the birth of each advancement comes a new generation of ethical concerns. Few developments have rattled the world's moral cage more than cloning, and it behooves any professional to have a working knowledge of the foundations of the current debates surrounding the genetic sciences. Of course, understanding how Dolly the Lamb was cloned from an adult sheep is probably beyond the grasp of most readers. But authors Ian Wilmut, Keith Campbell (the two leaders of the cloning team) and Colin Tudge (an experienced science writer) examine every inch of scientific ground the project covered. While many details are presented densely, this clearly written, first-person account of a momentous, history-making event is fascinating, particularly for readers of a scientific bent. We [...] recommend this book to any and all readers as a basic education in a field that has the potential to impact all of our businesses and our lives. Hello, Dolly.

silly, patronizing, hardly qualifies as journalism..........2000-07-21

I was eager to see what Wilmut thought about cloning after reading his excellent essay in the best-selling anthology The Human Cloning Debate. But I was stunned when I read this book. Unlike the other work, this book comes across as silly, even patronizing. The book reads as though Wilmut is attempting to capitalize on Dolly, rather than as a thoughtful reflection on veterinary biology or genetics or human families. It is also very boring, even with the ghostwriter! Save your money; this expensive vehicle is not the best or the most interesting of the crop of cloned cloning books.

The Best Book on Cloning.......2000-06-24

Ian Wilmut and Keith Cambell are the creators of Dolly the cloned sheep. They are also two of the three authors of this book. The book is all about how the historic event of cloning a mammal for the first time in history came about. It is wonderful reading and contains some great scientific insights. The only problem is that these two scientists have not embraced human cloning and all the good that it can do. It seems as if they stepped out of scientific mode and were forced to be against human cloning to keep their funding, placate their religions, and not become pariahs to the religious right. Great book. I highly recommend it for the fascinating story of cloning.

Animal Genetic Resources Data Banks 2: Descriptor Lists for Cattle, Buffalo, Pigs, Sheep, and Goats (Fao Animal Production and Health Paper)

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Animal Genetic Resources Data Banks 2: Descriptor Lists for Cattle, Buffalo, Pigs, Sheep, and Goats (Fao Animal Production and Health Paper)

Manufacturer: Food & Agriculture Org
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Genetic Improvement of Hair Sheep in the Tropics (Fao Animal Production and Health Paper, 101)

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Genetic Improvement of Hair Sheep in the Tropics (Fao Animal Production and Health Paper, 101)
Raoul W. Ponzoni , and J. E. Cecil
Manufacturer: Food & Agriculture Organization of the UN (FA
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ASIN: 9251031444

Genetic Prehistory in Selective Breeding: A Prelude to Mendel

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Genetic Prehistory in Selective Breeding: A Prelude to Mendel
Roger J. Wood , and Vitezslav Orel
Manufacturer: Oxford University Press, USA
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0198505841

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Before Mendel, who came closest to the truth about heredity? This book examines the activities of sheep breeders able to transform the appearance and qualities of their stock by combining different traits of body or wool into new patterns. Exploiting what were then untried procedures - individual trait selection, very close inbreeding and progeny testing - they demonstrated inheritance from both sexes and showed how it could be stabilised. Major advances in breeding are associated with the English farmer Robert Bakewell (1725-1795). By the following century, when the same procedures had been established at breeding centres in central Europe, theory as well as practice became the subject of wider attention. In the Brno Sheep Breeders' Society, discussions of patterns of heredity finally gave way to the physiological question, 'What is inherited and how?' The question was posed by Cyrill Napp, abbot of the monastery to which Mendel was admitted six years later.

Genetic Resources of Pig, Sheep and Goat

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Genetic Resources of Pig, Sheep and Goat

Manufacturer: Elsevier Science Publishing Company
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Binding: Hardcover

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The book concerns genetic resources in three different species of farm animals. In each species, civilization and domestication, breed classification and distribution, breed differences in adaptation and productivity, breed evaluation and utilization, new breed development, breed identification, breeding programmes, gene identification, international exchange of breeding stocks, and conservation of genetic resources are discussed. In addition, the social aspects sheep-breeding are discussed, and in sheep and goats the evolution of fibres and skins as well as milk production.

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The Genetics of Sheep (Cabi Publishing)

Manufacturer: CABI
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0851992005

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This book is a comprehensive reference work on sheep genetics. All relevant topics have been included, from fundamental genetic structure to the genetics of various production and other traits, to transgenic sheep and genetic conservation. The book, showing how the investigation of genetics can improve the production of meat, wool, and milk, will be invaluable to advanced students and research workers in animal genetics, breeding, and biotechnology.

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How to Clone a Sheep (How to)
Hazel Richardson
Manufacturer: Oxford University Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Would you like to make a trip to the Moon, or build your own nuclear reactor? Have you ever wanted to travel through time? Well, here's your chance! Whether you're interested in cloning budgies or building black holes, the "How to" guides will tell you everything you need to know. These hands-on guides give you step-by step instructions on how to build a Moon rocket, clone a sheep, split the atom or make a time machine. And on the way to becoming a time traveller or nuclear genius, you can learn about the brilliant scientists who first made these incredible discoveries - and about the slightly less brilliant scientists who didn't. How to Clone a Sheep is a working guide to becoming a genetic genius. In July 1995, a lamb was born in a shed in Scotland. Not very earth-shattering? But this was a very special lamb. She was called Dolly, and she was an exact copy, or clone, of another sheep. For the first time in history, scientists had successfully cloned an animal! Learn the full story of Dolly and how she was born in How to Clone a Sheep. You can also find out how to build a model cell, copy some DNA, and how to clone plants and animals at home!

Small Ruminant Production and the Small Ruminant Genetic Resource in Tropical Africa (FAO Animal Production & Health Paper)

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Small Ruminant Production and the Small Ruminant Genetic Resource in Tropical Africa (FAO Animal Production & Health Paper)
R.T. Wilson
Manufacturer: Food & Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 9251029989

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ENCHANTING!.......2007-04-16

This book beautifully captures the enchantment of Dordogne. Cozy villages, medieval chateaux, rivers snaking through the charming countryside all describe Dordogne. Also, I would like to point out that the architecture and topography are different from its neighbor, Provence.

Too Beautiful.......2002-03-24

These are stunning photgraphs of one of the most beautiful rural parts of the world, but they left me vaguely dissatisfied. Subsequently I realized why--there are very few people in them. If you are intersted in the architecture of the Dordogne, you will probably enjoy it. But if, like I, you are interested in obtaining a feel for the region and its people, this is not the right book.

Almost captures the beauty of the Dordogne.......2000-01-01

Of all the places I've been, I've never seen an area where reality surpasses the most breathtaking photos--until I visited the Dordogne. This book does, however, give the reader a glimpse into what treasures can be found at every turn. The book prepared me well before my trip and brings fond memories now that I'm home.

beatiful picture to enjoy the sence of europea.......1999-10-03

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A virtual visit to an enchanting land.......1999-09-26

This book, with its artistic photographs and evocative descritions of an enchanting land where bright sunlight, a warm climate, fragances of the country side, and nostalgic medieval villages perched on cliffs and hilltops, immerses the reader in a fantasy land of great beauty and ancient heritage.

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have read the book in spanish.......2000-09-22

have read the book in spanish., but like with aztec I think i will enjoy it more in the english language

Cortez & the Conquest of Mexico by Spaniards in 1521

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Cortez & the Conquest of Mexico by Spaniards in 1521
B.G. Herzog
Manufacturer: Linnet Books
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 9997711459

Cortez & the conquest of Mexico by the Spaniards in 1521,

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Cortez & the conquest of Mexico by the Spaniards in 1521,
Bernal Díaz del Castillo
Manufacturer: W.R. Scott
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Surprise your friends and family with clever, handmade cards culled from Susan Attenborough's wonderfully inventive The Card Book. With 30 designs spread over five categories (Christmas, festivals, good luck, romance, and birthdays), there's plenty to choose from. Crafters will enjoy the simple paper engineering behind the pop-ups, slot-ins, bauble pendants, accordion-type, and other nifty styles. To accommodate so many projects in a fairly slim volume, each idea is showcased on a two-page spread, which then refers readers to the relevant templates and basic techniques pages at the end of the book. Directions are reasonably good, but since each method encompasses two or more project designs, some degree of interpolation is necessary. Yet this format, which may frustrate beginners, is likely to spur more experienced card makers to new heights of invention. --Amy Handy

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Everyone appreciates the thought and care behind a homemade card. In The Card Book Susan Attenborough shows that, far from being daunting, making your own greeting cards is fun, easy, and satisfying. Here are 30 ingenious and imaginative designs for a wide range of greeting cards. They include cards for birthdays, the birth of a baby, new home, good luck, Valentine's Day, and wedding anniversaries. Ideas for Christmas, Easter, Diwali, Hanukkah, and other religious festivals are all included. Techniques Made Easy: Twelve craft techniques, including pop-ups, slot-ins, quilling, and embossing, are explained step-by-step with the aid of clear, detailed photographs and a template section. With this original collection of creative greeting card projects as an inspiration, you will never need to buy a commercially-made card again.

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Nice designs but a very narrow range of original techniques.......2004-03-29

I bought this book on the strength of some five star recommendations, knowing nothing else about card making. At the same time I also purchased some more recent card making books as a way to get caught up quickly on the trends in this craft. There are a lot of good points about the Card Book: the projects do cover a wide array of faiths and occasions, the designs are clean, simple and attractive, and some of the cards have elements that can be removed and used as ornaments. That concept is very original in my opinion.

However, The Card Book is after all four years old and showing its age; a lot of evolution in the paper arts has occurred in that time while this book is starting to look out-of-date. Author Susan Attenborough focuses mainly on pop-up techniques, a little dry embossing and a small smattering of other paper arts. Meanwhile, the rest of the craft world has discovered vellum, metal embellishments such as eyelets and brads, fibers, stamping, an explosion of patterned papers and accents like microbeads...in fact, a lot of these paper art trends were up and running before this book was published. It leaves the reader to wonder why they were ignored in a book called THE Card Book.

So, I can recommend this to crafters who already know a lot about the other paper arts but would like to try pop-ups and designing more 3-D novelty cards. But for complete beginners, there are better resources.
-Andrea, aka Merribelle

Aesthetically Pleasing.......2002-01-02

Year Round creativity is the goal when purchasing a greeting card book. This one delivers 30 inspired ideas! Christmas, Festival, Good Luck, Romance and Birthday ideas are followed with templates you can photocopy onto thin card. The ideas are literally amazing!

As someone who was seduced into attending a card party a few times, I can tell you the ideas did not come close to the creativity in this book. We were left to figure out our own ideas and while that can be enjoyable, the sheer pride you will feel when you make some of these more intricate designs is superior!

Your friends will enjoy displaying these during the holidays. The Christmas Hologram Bauble, Holly and Berry Card or Golden Bell will brighten up a tree or table.

With today's multicultural society, Susan has included a series of cards designed to celebrate festivals of faith from the Muslim and Jewish calendars, as well as Easter and Kwanzaa. I am especially impressed with the Star of David card you could give on any Jewish festival.

You can find everything you need at your local craft store or online.

Sure to impress if you make the cards
or give this book as a gift.

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Can't Put It Down!.......2001-11-13

I love rubber stamping! "Susan Attenborough" has MANY beautiful ideas I and many others can use too to making beautiful cards. I've read thru it twice and can't wait to go and have the templates sized. She cuts to the chase and I love books like that. I truly enjoy it and brought to work and co-workers loved it! A must on a Christmas list for the paper crafter!

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