Updated to reflect the latest discoveries in the field, the Fifth Edition of Hartl's classic text provides an accessible, student-friendly introduction to contemporary genetics. Designed for the shorter, less comprehensive introductory course, Essential Genetics: A Genomic Perspective, Fifth Edition includes carefully chosen topics that provide a solid foundation to the basic understanding of gene mutation, expression, and regulation. New and updated sections on genetic analysis, molecular genetics, probability in genetics, and pathogenicity islands ensure that students are kept up-to-date on current key topics. The text also provides students with a sense of the social and historical context in which genetics has developed. The updated companion web site provides numerous study tools, such as animated flashcards, crosswords, practice quizzes and more! New and expanded end-of-chapter material allows for a mastery of key genetics concepts and is ideal for homework assignments and in-class discussion.

Chapter1 The Genetic Code of Genes and Genomes
Chapter2 Transmission Genetics: Heritage from Mendel
Chapter3 The Chromosomal Basis of Heredity
Chapter4 Gene Linkage and Genetic Mapping
Chapter5 Human Chromosomes and Chromosome Behavior
Chapter6 DNA Structure, Replication, and Manipulation
Chapter7 The Genetics of Bacteria and Their Viruses
Chapter8 The Molecular Genetics of Gene Expression
Chapter9 Molecular Mechanisms of Gene Regulation
Chapter10 Genomics, Proteomics, and Genetic Engineering
Chapter11 The Genetic Control of Development
Chapter12 Molecular Mechanisms of Mutation and DNA Repair
Chapter13 Molecular Genetics of the Cell Cycle and Cancer
Chapter14 Molecular Evolution and Population Genetics
Chapter15 The Genetic Basis of Complex Inheritance