The Genetic Book of the Dead Masterfully Illustrates Science Is Brimming with Wonder and Curiosity by Bertha Vazquez

Richard Dawkins' The Genetic Book of the Dead explores the rich interconnectedness of evolution, illustrating how the traits and behaviors of living organisms are "palimpsests" revealing the stories of their ancestors. Blending scientific insight with curiosity and imagination, Dawkins emphasizes the wonder of genes as time-traveling entities shaping life, all while inviting readers to ponder profound questions about biology, evolution, and the mysteries of the natural world. Read this article and find accompanying references at: https://skepticalinquirer.org/2024/12/the-genetic-book-of-the-dead-masterfully-illustrates-science-is-brimming-with-wonder-and-curiosity/ About the Author: Bertha Vazquez has been teaching middle school science in Miami-Dade County Public Schools for 24 years. She has BA in Biology from the University of Miami and a Master’s in Science Education from Florida International University. A seasoned traveler who has visited all seven continents, she enjoys introducing the world of nature and science to young, eager minds. An educator with National Board Certification, she is the recipient of several national and local honors, including the 2014 Samsung’s $150,000 Solve For Tomorrow Contest and The Charles C. Bartlett National Excellence in Environmental Award in 2009. She was Miami-Dade Science Teacher of the Year in 1997 and 2008 and was one of Florida’s 2015 finalists for the most prestigious science award in the country, The Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. Subscribe to Skeptical Inquirer: https://skepticalinquirer.org/subscribe/ Skeptical Inquirer Audio Edition is a production of the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry and the Center for Inquiry.