"This book by John, an established expert in the study of meiosis, should be welcomed in the hope that it will serve as a cornerstone in defining problems awaiting genetic and molecular solutions." Science

• Prologue; 1. Introduction - multiplication and division; 2. Modes of meiosis; 3. Occurrence and timing of meiosis; 4. Events and mechanisms of meiosis; 5. Chromosome disjunction; 6. The genetic control of meiosis; 7. Sequences and consequences of meiosis; Postlogue; References; Index.

"This book by John, an established expert in the study of meiosis, should be welcomed in the hope that it will serve as a cornerstone in defining problems awaiting genetic and molecular solutions." Science

• Prologue; 1. Introduction - multiplication and division; 2. Modes of meiosis; 3. Occurrence and timing of meiosis; 4. Events and mechanisms of meiosis; 5. Chromosome disjunction; 6. The genetic control of meiosis; 7. Sequences and consequences of meiosis; Postlogue; References; Index.

"This book by John, an established expert in the study of meiosis, should be welcomed in the hope that it will serve as a cornerstone in defining problems awaiting genetic and molecular solutions." Science

• Prologue; 1. Introduction - multiplication and division; 2. Modes of meiosis; 3. Occurrence and timing of meiosis; 4. Events and mechanisms of meiosis; 5. Chromosome disjunction; 6. The genetic control of meiosis; 7. Sequences and consequences of meiosis; Postlogue; References; Index.