The Vital Question: Energy, Evolution, and the Origins of Complex Life
The Vital Question: Energy, Evolution, and the Origins of Complex Life
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016368
Book • Nonfiction
2016
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Vital Question: Energy, Evolution, and the Origins of Complex Life, Nick Lane explores how energy influences evolution and the development of complex life. The book investigates the role of cellular powerhouses, such as mitochondria, in life's evolutionary journey, seeking to unravel the mysteries behind life's complexity and diversity.
Informative
Challenging
Contemplative
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Nick Lane's The Vital Question is praised for its insightful exploration of life's complexity and origins, melding biochemistry with evolutionary theory. Readers appreciate its clear, engaging writing despite dense scientific concepts. Some critics note the challenging depth, which may overwhelm those without a strong science background. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read The Vital Question: Energy, Evolution, and the Origins of Complex Life?
Readers who relish thought-provoking explorations of life's origins, blending biology and chemistry, will appreciate The Vital Question. Fans of Dawkins' The Selfish Gene or Sagan's Cosmos will find Lane's work equally fascinating and insightful.
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Book • Nonfiction
2016
Adult
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