A course text for non-biology majors with little or no science background. Authors from the University of Wisconsin and Whittier College explain the genetic and immunological foundation of biotechnology in a tools approach, then introduces the basic science to help readers separate facts from the myths as they consider the potential economic, social, ethical, and political impact of the field on society. They include a glossary without pronunciation. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)