Description
Former library book. Cover has wear including a bend and stains. Pages are clean with some yellowing. Binding is secure.
This well-circulated copy of “Man Against Aging” by Robert S. deRopp offers a glimpse into the early pursuit of anti-aging and life extension research. Published in the 1960s, this book represents a pioneering effort to understand the biological processes of aging and explore potential interventions. deRopp, a science writer and futurist, delved into cutting-edge theories and emerging scientific studies of his time, making this work a valuable historical artifact. While some concepts may now seem outdated, the book captures the spirit of inquiry and optimism that fueled the nascent field of biogerontology. For collectors interested in the origins of longevity science or the evolution of scientific thought, this former library book provides an intriguing time capsule. Readers curious about the foundations of anti-aging research will find a fascinating, if occasionally speculative, exploration of a topic that continues to captivate researchers and the public alike.