Neoplasms: Principles of Development and Diversity: .

by Jules J. Berman

This unique text is devoted to the full range of neoplastic properties exhibited by the comprehensive collection of human neoplasms. Like no other book of it's kind, it approaches cancer biology by surveying the diversity of neoplasms and by building a classification of neoplasms based on an understanding of the cellular options for tumor development. By grouping neoplasms into a comprehensive classification, we can develop class-specific methods to prevent, detect, and treat cancers. The book is divided into three broad units: speciation, classification and eradication. In the process of developing a classification for neoplasms, dozens of the fundamental questions in neoplastic development are asked and answered. Neoplasms provides readers with a fascinating and enjoyable way to learn the otherwise arcane and dense subject of human tumor diversity.

429 pages, Paperback

First published October 19, 2008

Reviews

[Mark · Rating 3 out of 5]

I wouldn't ordinarily put a book like this here, but this was unusually highly recommended by the guy who does the blog "Daily Sign-Out", Mark Pool, and I think you can sit and read it [I did, anyway:]. His point, that tumors should be classified by their embryological tissue of origin is old hat, but he summarizes a lot of interesting things and his digressions are more interesting than his main points. My colleagues are usually discussing the Flyers or department politics, so I enjoyed it. I'm not sure I can get to 4 stars though.