Book description
The Compatibility Gene takes readers on a global journey of discovery spanning 60 years, involving scores of scientists, and encompassing the history of transplants and immunology. That journey has revealed astonishing links between who we are as individuals and our never-ceasing struggle to survive disease.
Most of the 25,000 genes…
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1 author picked The Compatibility Gene as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I love this book because Dan combines his passion for immunology with his own voice. It inspired me to write my own book.
Dan’s boundless enthusiasm for his field explodes off the page, breathing life into what could have been a dry topic. I learnt a huge amount about both writing and immunology.
From John's list on novels and nonfiction books about infections and pandemics.
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