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The Health Century Hardcover – August 18, 1987

by Edward Shorter Ph.D. (Author)

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A history of medical breakthroughs of the last fifty years focuses on key players and their biomedical advancements, from Watson and Crick's work with DNA to genetic engineering

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Shorter's experience as a historian has sensitized him to a wide range of social issues including those in medicine ( Bedside Manners: the troubled history of doctors and patients , LJ 3/1/86). The Health Century is a departure from social history and offers a panoramic view of American advances in health care and research since 1887. Designed as a companion volume to the PBS TV series beginning this month, it highlights contributions of individuals and public and private institutions. Although not comprehensive, it does not neglect less glamorous fields such as aging. The book's currency and depth are particularly evident in areas such as molecular research and biotechnology. Recommended for public libraries and general health collections. Mary Hemmings, McGill Univ., Medical Lib., Montreal
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Hardcover: 304 pages
Publisher: Doubleday; 1st edition (August 18, 1987)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0385242360
ISBN-13: 978-0385242363
Package Dimensions: 10.3 x 7 x 1.1 inches
Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
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Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,932,465 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #284367 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting

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