Originally published: Atlantic Highlands, N.J. : Humanities Press, 1997.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents
pt. I. Developments in Genetics -- 1. Starting Points -- 2. Agriculture and the New Genetics -- 3. Animals and the New Genetics -- 4. Humans and the New Genetics -- pt. II. Religious Perspectives -- 5. Roman Catholic Perspectives on Genetic Engineering -- 6. Protestant Perspectives on Genetic Engineering -- pt. III. Ethical Issues -- 7. Thematic Issues in Genetic Engineering -- 8. Specific Problems in Genetic Engineering -- 9. Conclusion: Methodological Considerations.
Summary
Details the history and progression of genetic engineering and examines the ways that genetic research conflicts with Christian ethics.