The Emperor of All Maladies

Siddhartha Mukherjee's "The Emperor of All Maladies" is a profound, Pulitzer Prize-winning "biography" of cancer. This updated edition traces cancer's history from its earliest documented appearances to revolutionary modern treatments, including four new chapters on recent advancements. Mukherjee, a physician and researcher, blends scientific precision with a historian's perspective and a biographer's passion, creating a lucid and eloquent chronicle of a disease humanity has battled for millennia. It's a story of ingenuity, resilience, and the ongoing quest to demystify this formidable adversary.
Why You Should Read?
Gain a comprehensive understanding of cancer's history, from ancient times to cutting-edge research.
Explore the human stories behind the science, featuring patients, doctors, and researchers who have shaped our understanding of the disease.
Discover the latest developments in cancer detection, prevention, and treatment through four new, insightful chapters.
About the Author
Siddhartha Mukherjee is an Indian-born American physician, oncologist, and author. A Rhodes Scholar, he graduated from Stanford, Oxford, and Harvard Medical School. He is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Columbia University and a staff cancer physician. His work has earned him numerous accolades, including the Pulitzer Prize for General Nonfiction.