Our Molecular Nature : The Bodys Motors

<b>Molecular Nature</b> is a richly illustrated guide to the extraordinary diversity of molecules that are responsible for life. David Goodsell, author of the highly-praised book, The Machinery of Life, has synthesized a vast amount of data in a manner that is accessible to the general reader. <b>Molecular Nature</b> examines topics ranging from the shape of cells to the molecules responsible for digestion, immunity, and thought. The authors unique combination of scientific and artistic talents make this a readable, stimulating and highly evocative book. <i>About the Author</i>: David Goodsell is in the Department of Molecular Biology at the Research Institute of Scripps Clinic in La Jolla, California. His research involves computer graphics and X-ray crystallography. He is the author of The Machinery of Life (Springer-Verlag, 1992), and his artwork has been shown at exhibitions on science and art.