Book (EN) - "The Double Helix" signed by author Nobel Prize winner James D. Watson

“The Double Helix,” signed by author James D. Watson, is a remarkable collectible from one of the most influential scientists of the 20th century. In this classic memoir, Watson recounts the dramatic, often controversial race to uncover the structure of DNA-a discovery that revolutionized biology and earned him the Nobel Prize. A signed copy offers not only an insightful narrative into scientific history but also a rare artifact linked to one of the pioneers of modern genetics.

Donated by: Anna Kosińska, Staff

Anna obtained prof. Watson's signature during her time at Cambridge, when she got the chance to meet him and speak to him at the famous "The Eagle" pub, in which James Watson and Francis Crick famously announced that they "had found the secret of life". The book has a very special meaning to Anna, as having read it inspired her to subsequently read Rosalind Franklin's account of the DNA structure discovery. Anna mentioned reading both of the books in her Personal Statement, which ultimately led to her receiving an offer from and studying at the University of Cambridge.