Gregor Mendel - The Scientist: Based on Primary Sources 1822-1884

The major purpose of this book is to present Johann Gregor Mendel (1822-1884) in a real and interesting way based on the most recent historical research and analysis of authentic sources. The authors aim to show Mendel´s scientific thinking and inner feelings together with his environment and to communicate his message as a multifaceted personality and modern experimentalist.

The book draws from the only existing short sketch of Mendel´s youth, his letters and the biographical ceiling pain...