The emperor of all maladies: a biography of cancer
(Book)
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Published:
New York : Scribner, 2011.
Format:
Book
Edition:
1st Scribner trade paperback ed.
Physical Desc:
xviii, 573 pages, 12 unnumbered pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations ; 24 cm
Lexile measure:
1240L
Rating:
1240L
Status:
Description
A magnificently written "biography" of cancer--from its origins to the epic battle to cure, control, and conquer it.
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Hamden/Miller Adult Nonfiction 3rd Floor
616.994/MUK
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Westbrook Adult Non-Fiction
616.994 MUK
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Language:
English
ISBN:
9781439170915, 1439170916
Lexile measure:
1240
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 537-541) and index.
Description
A magnificently written "biography" of cancer--from its origins to the epic battle to cure, control, and conquer it.
Target Audience
1240L,Lexile
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APA Citation (style guide)
Mukherjee, S. (2011). The emperor of all maladies: a biography of cancer. 1st Scribner trade paperback ed. Scribner.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)Mukherjee, Siddhartha. 2011. The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer. Scribner.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)Mukherjee, Siddhartha, The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer. Scribner, 2011.
MLA Citation (style guide)Mukherjee, Siddhartha. The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer. 1st Scribner trade paperback ed. Scribner, 2011.
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