Book review: Rich and rewarding biography of a brainiac

Francis Crick was a prolific writer, always happy to advance theories, and biographer Matthew Cobb continues that work of sharing the ideas that try to map our world and existence
Francis Crick in his study at Cambridge in 1962; he achieved fame for discovering the double helix structure of DNA along with James Watson. File picture: PA

Francis Crick in his study at Cambridge in 1962; he achieved fame for discovering the double helix structure of DNA along with James Watson. File picture: PA

Sat, 27 Dec, 2025 - 01:00
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  • Crick: A Mind in Motion — from DNA to the Brain 
  • Matthew Cobb 
  • Profile Books, hb €43.50 

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