Description
Former library copy. No dust jacket. Vintage 1945 hardcover has some wear and fading. The pages are clean and in great condition. The binding is very secure.
This remarkable 1945 volume by Boris Sokoloff offers a fascinating glimpse into the groundbreaking discovery of penicillin, one of the most significant medical breakthroughs of the 20th century. Published just two years after the widespread introduction of the antibiotic, this book captures the excitement and urgency of the race to mass-produce penicillin during World War II, when it played a crucial role in treating infected wounds and saving countless lives. Sokoloff’s engaging narrative not only chronicles the scientific journey of Alexander Fleming’s accidental discovery but also delves into the personal stories of the researchers, physicians, and manufacturers who worked tirelessly to bring this “miracle drug” to the masses. With its well-preserved pages and sturdy binding, this ex-library copy invites readers to immerse themselves in a pivotal moment in medical history that forever changed the course of modern medicine.
