Glory Enough for All

by Michael Bliss

Book by Bliss, Michael

304 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published November 1, 1988

About the author

Michael Bliss was a Canadian historian. He was an Officer of the Order of Canada, a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, and a member of the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame.

Librarian’s note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.

Reviews

[Catherine Claridge · Rating 4 out of 5]

Written with both the layman and medical professional in mind I found the story easy to follow, yet full of fascinating detail about the process the lead to the discovery of insulin, and the biggest medical advancement in recent history. Bliss does a great job illustrating the personalities and emotions of the people involved. There was just a bit too much time spent examining the strained relationships between the main characters, in my opinion.

Recommended read if you're a Type 1 diabetic or know someone who is, and especially if you're connected to Toronto, U of T and/or Western University.

[Lawrence · Rating 4 out of 5]

The incredibly amazing story of the men who discovered insulin. A case of science triumphing in spite of personal ego and bitter rivalry but not without unequalled persistence, tireless determination carried out under poor working conditions with little pay. The result would save countless lives, make history and earn these men the Nobel Prize. Banting, Best, Collip and MacLeod would change the world. Great read.