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Peer reviewedCarter, Jack L.; Mayer, William V. – BioScience, 1988
Describes how a list of the great books of biology was developed. Discusses the insufficiency of textbooks and traditional classroom instruction. Advocates the uses of outside reading and libraries. Focuses on books designed to be read, not studied for information and enjoyment. (CW)
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Biology, Books, College Science
