THE GREEN WORLD series opens doors to the world of plants. The series describes what plants are, what plants do, and where plants fit into the overall circle of life. Plant Genetics is a detailed look at the genetics of plants, through historical scientific achievements, discussions of genetic diversity, agricultural practices, and comparisons to animal and human genetics. Readers will learn about the origins of important crops and how plant breeders use genetics to improve crops. Details of some widely used methods in biotechnology are also included to demystify genetic engineering.