Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide

by Steven Daniel Garber

* A complete course, from cells to the circulatory system
* Hundreds of questions and many review tests
* Key concepts and terms defined and explained


Master key concepts. Answer challenging questions. Prepare for exams. Learn at your own pace.

Are viruses living? How does photosynthesis occur? Is cloning a form of sexual or asexual reproduction? What is Anton van Leeuwenhoek known for? With Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide, Second Edition, you'll discover the answers to these questions and many more.

Steven Garber explains all the major biological concepts and terms in this newly revised edition, including the origin of life, evolution, cell biology, reproduction, physiology, and botany. The step-by-step, clearly structured format of Biology makes it fully accessible to all levels of students, providing an easily understood, comprehensive treatment of all aspects of life science.

Like all Self-Teaching Guides, Biology allows you to build gradually on what you have learned-at your own pace. Questions and self-tests reinforce the information in each chapter and allow you to skip ahead or focus on specific areas of concern. Packed with useful, up-to-date information, this clear, concise volume is a valuable learning tool and reference source for anyone who needs to master the science of life.

Genres: Science, Biology, Nonfiction, Education, Reference

368 pages, Paperback

First published April 30, 1989

Reviews

[Carlos Martinez · Rating 5 out of 5]

A clear, well-written textbook that gives a useful (necessarily broad-strokes) overview of the field of biology, definitely a good springboard for further study within the life sciences. I'll need to work through it a second (and third?) time to really get the most out of it, but that's just a function of how much information it contains.

[Tessa · Rating 4 out of 5]

I passed my CLEP test because of this book.

[Dave Harmon · Rating 4 out of 5]

its pretty good introduction. it is geared towards students enrolled in a legitimate class with tests etc, so it was a bit too into the weeds (latinate terminology i didnt need) instead of just a general overview for diletantes like me.

[Dragan P · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've "devoured" some previous editions, and I can say, even though the content may not appear drastically different each time, the world of biology is absolutely captivating! Every single minute invested in revisiting its fundamental principles is an experience that is nothing short of exhilarating. This marvelous book, along with many others, holds a cherished spot on my yearly revisiting list.

[Tristan Vieira · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this a lot. A clear and simplified explanation of the many fundamentals of biology. Helps a lot if you’re taking an introductory course with the tests within the book as well. It’s quite a big read if you go cover to cover but it’s very interesting if you’re just getting into the study of life.

[Jessica reads stories · Rating 2 out of 5]

I got into biology at some point but it was just out of a curiosity

[Gracie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well thought out and clear self teaching guide for those who want to understand all that a biology course offers.