Understanding the History of Cancer

The absolute best book to try and get a feel of the history of cancer is - "The Emperor of All Maladies". It is written by a Medical Oncologist in the USA and is a fantastic piece of writing. The book is not just medical jargon and is really good reading. I have marked a link on amazon.com, 'cos that was just the first link I got on a google search :)

http://www.amazon.com/The-Emperor-All-Maladies-Biography/dp/1439107955

I recommend the book to my Registrars and my patients. Both groups seem to enjoy it.