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The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer
Book • 2010
The Emperor of All Maladies is a detailed and engaging chronicle of cancer, spanning over 5,000 years.
Mukherjee examines cancer with the precision of a cellular biologist, the perspective of a historian, and the passion of a biographer.
The book recounts centuries of discoveries, setbacks, victories, and deaths, highlighting human ingenuity, resilience, and perseverance in the face of this disease.
It also explores the historical and personal aspects of cancer treatment and research, including the development of chemotherapy, radiation, and modern targeted therapies.
The narrative is enriched with case studies and literary allusions, making it a riveting and illuminating read.
Mukherjee examines cancer with the precision of a cellular biologist, the perspective of a historian, and the passion of a biographer.
The book recounts centuries of discoveries, setbacks, victories, and deaths, highlighting human ingenuity, resilience, and perseverance in the face of this disease.
It also explores the historical and personal aspects of cancer treatment and research, including the development of chemotherapy, radiation, and modern targeted therapies.
The narrative is enriched with case studies and literary allusions, making it a riveting and illuminating read.
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Mentioned by Jessica Hische due to her interest in human biology.
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