Summary and Analysis of the Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks: Based on the Book

Description: Summary and Analysis of the Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Worth Books So much to read, so little time? Get an in-depth summary of The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, the #1 bestseller about science, race, and medical ethics. For decades, scientists have been using "HeLa" cells in biological research, from developing the polio vaccine and studying the nature of cancer to observing how human biology behaves in o FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description So much to read, so little time? Get an in-depth summary of The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, the #1 bestseller about science, race, and medical ethics. For decades, scientists have been using "HeLa" cells in biological research, from developing the polio vaccine and studying the nature of cancer to observing how human biology behaves in outer space. This famous cell line began as a sample taken from a poor African American mother of five named Henrietta Lacks. A cancer patient, Henrietta Lacks went through medical testing but never gave consent for the use of her cells. She died of cervical cancer in 1951, without ever knowing that the samples were intended for extensive medical research. This summary of the #1 New York Times bestseller by Rebecca Skloot tells Henriettas story and reveals what happened when her family found out that her cells were being bought and sold in labs around the world. With historical context, character profiles, a timeline of key events, and other features, this summary and analysis of The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks is intended to complement your reading experience and bring you closer to a great work of nonfiction. Author Biography Worth Books smart summaries get straight to the point and provide essential tools to help you be an informed reader in a busy world, whether youre browsing for new discoveries, managing your to-read list for work or school, or simply deepening your knowledge. Available for fiction and nonfiction titles, these are the book summaries that are worth your time. Details ISBN1504046730 Author Worth Books Language English ISBN-10 1504046730 ISBN-13 9781504046732 Media Book Format Paperback Series Smart Summaries Year 2017 Subtitle Based on the Book by Rebecca Skloot Country of Publication United States Imprint Open Road Media DEWEY 616.02774092 NZ Release Date 2017-05-16 US Release Date 2017-05-16 Publication Date 2017-05-16 UK Release Date 2017-05-16 Pages 60 Publisher Open Road Media Audience General Place of Publication New York AU Release Date 2017-05-31 Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:102477804;

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