Cancer, often perceived as an insurmountable medical challenge, has a long and complex history woven into the very fabric of human civilization. In Siddhartha Mukherjee's masterful narrative, the disease is not merely a collection of aberrant cells, but a character in itself—one that has both haunted and propelled human progress. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, the book traces the evolution of cancer treatment, illuminating the relentless quest for understanding and control that has defined generations of physicians, scientists, and patients alike.

• Cancer is as old as humanity itself, with references found...
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