Molecular Biology of the Gene (Seventh Edition) Watson, Baker... [et. al.] Now completely up-to-date with the latest research advances, the Seventh Edition of James D. Watson’s classic book,Molecular Biology of the Gene retains the distinctive character of earlier editions that has made it the most widely used book in molecular biology. Twenty-two concise chapters, co-authored by six highly distinguished biologists, provide current, authoritative coverage of an exciting, fast-changing discipline.