DNA: A Graphic Guide to the Molecule That Shook the World

Written by Israel Rosenfield and illustrated by the team of Borin Van Loon and the late Larry Gonick, DNA: A Graphic Guide to the Molecule That Shook the World is a single-issue graphic novel from Columbia University Press that distills the history and science of genetics into a clear, engaging visual narrative. Published in 2011, it traces the discovery of DNA's structure, its role in heredity, and the ethical questions raised by modern genomics, making a complex subject accessible to curious readers. This concise volume stands out for its ability to blend rigorous science with the clarity of the comic format, a hallmark of the educational line that includes earlier works like The Cartoon Guide to Genetics.