Download A Life Decoded: My Genome---My Life Audiobook

" I got to page 97 and found the science way over my head. I am sure it is wonderful for anyone who understands all the scientific terms! "

" After reading this fascinating autobiography of a ruthless perspicacious scientist made me want to have my own genome sequenced to discover my genetic destiny. The most interesting chapters detail the behind the scenes intrigue and political maneuverings encompassing the competing interests of the bureaucratic government and the hubristic private sector for the high stakes glory of big science. Although technical in parts overall it was a facile and enjoyable read particularly with my scientific background. "

" changed my mind about j craig venter... and the science of the human genome project. a must-read for any wannabe geneticist! warning: he's an egomaniac (which would have been really annoying, but he's really pretty cool, so it's forgiven). "

" The information in the book was very interesting for a science nerd like me. However, Dr. Venter's self-importance and pompousness far outweigh the story, making the book less than enjoyable. "

" I skimmed this book which was easy to do. Cool passages were highlighted so I could read interesting bits involving more detail and information about parts of the genome. "

" Didnt' get to the end, but very interesting! "

" A great account of an uncommon life and what we do and don't know about the the genetics that influenced it. It is again amazing how much more could be accomplished if Politics and politics don't get in the way. "

" The first part of the book, about his early life, was fascinating. Think the rest of the book was interesting because of my biology background, but not sure how much it would appeal to others. I was surprised by all of the drama/politics/ego that's involved in science. "

" Top notch...well worth the read. Fantastic personal drive if sometimes a little misdirected. Great insight into research career and entrepreneurship. "

" It was pretty good for a while, and then got too boring after the first half. I had to put it down. "

" This is an auto-biography of Craig Venter, the man who raced the NIH in the discovery of the entire human genome and won. The narrative covers Craig's personal life, how he got to where he is, and some inspirational anecdotes that inspire one to think big...and admire the coolness of science! "

" I'm currently reading Craig Venter's auobiography. A great line from the introduction, "DNA provides the music. Our cells and the environment provide the orchestra." "

" It is very inspiring and interesting book. "

" Excellent book on his life and the discovery of the first human genome (his) that was published to the world. He won the Nobel Prize under Clinton "

" I got to page 97 and found the science way over my head. I am sure it is wonderful for anyone who understands all the scientific terms! "

" It was pretty good for a while, and then got too boring after the first half. I had to put it down. "

" This is by far one of the best books I am reading. "

" I'm currently reading Craig Venter's auobiography. A great line from the introduction, "DNA provides the music. Our cells and the environment provide the orchestra." "

" It is very inspiring and interesting book. "

" Excellent book on his life and the discovery of the first human genome (his) that was published to the world. He won the Nobel Prize under Clinton "

" It's no exaggeration to say this is The Double Helix for the 21st century. Far more technical details here, and, due to the unavoidable nature of latter-day high-end science, a lot about corporate politics and finance. Fun fact: James Watson is kind of a dick in this one too!! "

" I skimmed this book which was easy to do. Cool passages were highlighted so I could read interesting bits involving more detail and information about parts of the genome. "

" Don't bother unless you wouldlike to know about the sex-capades of this Nobel Lauriet. Some Good science in it. "