From biologist Sean B. Carroll, a story of the surprising power of chance in our lives and the world.
What The Reviewers Say
Ivor Knight,
Science
Carroll takes readers on an entertaining tour of biological discovery that emphasizes the dominant role played by chance in shaping the conditions for life on Earth. Along the way, he provides insights and humor that make the book a quick, lively read that both educates and entertains.
Rebecca Foster,
Foreword Reviews
... a lighthearted exploration of the roles that chance and coincidence play in human existence.