A biologist and consultant physician, Frank Ryan is the author of the critically acclaimed Virolution, Darwin's Blind Spot, and Virus X, among others. An Honorary Research Fellow in Evolutionary Biology at the University of Sheffield, he lectures frequently on evolution and the role of viruses in life. He lives in Sheffield.
""A well-researched piece of popular science... Ryan successfully shows that a deeper knowledge of metamorphosis could have far-reaching consequences."" * The Big Issue * “A brilliant book…a superb story, some excellent scientific insights, and a fascinating theory. Recommended.” Brian Clegg * PopularScience.co.uk *