Fascinating and well-researched book about the history of the most influential and enduring human cell line in biomedical research. Also deals with me...moreFascinating and well-researched book about the history of the most influential and enduring human cell line in biomedical research. Also deals with medical ethics as they intersected with race in the 1950s--the family was not informed about the sample or the use to which the cells were put--and with the affect the HeLa cells' remarkable longevity had on the donor's family and on some of the researchers.
The book takes a sharp left into the sentimental in the last little bit, which startled me. Otherwise recommended without reservation.(less)
Can't say I liked it, as such, or that the writing was fabulous, but it was worth reading. She discusses some of the barries blocking the mythic Rise...moreCan't say I liked it, as such, or that the writing was fabulous, but it was worth reading. She discusses some of the barries blocking the mythic Rise Out Of Poverty If Only You Work Hard Enough. Recommended. Also yes I use science loosely here but I don't want to start a new shelf just for this :p(less)
*Really* cool, well, well written, good flow. The writer consults experts, adding different voices and opinions without hurting the book's momentum or...more*Really* cool, well, well written, good flow. The writer consults experts, adding different voices and opinions without hurting the book's momentum or cohesion. Highly recommended, particularly if you write Post Apocalyptic SF.(less)
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