The End of the Beginning
Cancer, Immunity, and the Future of a Cure
$45.25
- Hardcover
328 pages
- Release Date
2 April 2019
Summary
A fascinating history of our understanding and the treatment of cancer by one of the leading figures in the field—who is also a pioneer on the cusp of a breakthrough.
For the first time since a 5th century Greek physician gave the name “cancer” (karkinos, in Greek) to a deadly disease first described in Egyptian Papyri, the medical world is near a breakthrough that could allow even the most conservative doctors and pragmatic patients to use the other “c word” – cure – in the s…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781643130255 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1643130250 |
| Author: | Michael Kinch |
| Publisher: | Pegasus Books |
| Imprint: | Pegasus Books |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 328 |
| Release Date: | 2 April 2019 |
| Weight: | 490g |
| Dimensions: | 229mm x 152mm x 30mm |
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Critics Review
“Kinch builds on the narrative he began with Between Hope and Fear. He now changes focus to review cancer biology and the promise of immune-mediated treatments. He can speak with authority [and] his narrative is lavishly ornamented. This immunologist explains it all.” * New York Times *
“Kinch writes with passion and authority. He deftly describes how each immune system is unique, shaped in part by individual histories of infection. The End of the Beginning is a timely reminder of the bright future in cancer treatment that seems to lie ahead.” * Nature *
“A richly detailed, expert description of the history of cancer, its treatment, and research that is now producing quantum-leap breakthrough therapy. As the title suggests, scientists have reached only the end of the beginning, but the beginning of the end of cancer is on the horizon, and Kinch’s intensely researched, definitely not dumbed down and lucid account makes this superbly clear.” * Kirkus Reviews (starred) *
“Asking what is meant by the ‘deceiving’ word ‘cancer,’ [the author] provides a nuanced answer that debunks misconceptions. Kinch also describes and explains the pioneering research linking cancer and viruses conducted worldwide during the last century. Readers may will gain from his thoughtful book an improved understanding of the ‘promises and perils’ involved in finding a cure for cancer.” * Publishers Weekly *
About The Author
Michael Kinch
Michael Kinch is a professor at Washington University in St. Louis. He is the author of Between Hope and Fear (Pegasus Books), The End of the Beginning (Pegasus Books) and A Prescription for Change (UNC Press). Beyond his current work documenting the sources of innovation responsible for new medicines, he has led cancer research activities at the biotechnology company MedImmune and the development of medicines to prevent pandemic virus outbreaks at Functional Genetics, Inc. He led drug discovery at Yale University before moving to St Louis.
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