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Winner of the 2023 PROSE Award for Excellence in Biological and Life Sciences and the 2023 Chautauqua Prize!

Named a New York Times Notable Book and a Best Book of the Year by The Economist, Oprah Daily, BookPage, Book Riot, the New York Public Library, and more!

In The Song of the Cell, the extraordinary author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning The Emperor of All Maladies and the #1 New York Times bestseller The Gene “blends cutting-edge research, impeccable scholarship, intrepid reporting, and gorgeous prose into an encyclopedic study that reads like a literary page-turner” (Oprah Daily).

Mukherjee begins this magnificent story in the late 1600s, when a distinguished English polymath, Robert Hooke, and an eccentric Dutch cloth-merchant, Antonie van Leeuwenhoek looked down their handmade microscopes. What they saw introduced a radical concept that swept through biology and medicine, touching virtually every aspect of the two sciences, and altering both forever. It was the fact that complex living organisms are assemblages of tiny, self-contained, self-regulating units. Our organs, our physiology, our selves—hearts, blood, brains—are built from these compartments. Hooke christened them “cells.”

The discovery of cells—and the reframing of the human body as a cellular ecosystem—announced the birth of a new kind of medicine based on the therapeutic manipulations of cells. A hip fracture, a cardiac arrest, Alzheimer’s dementia, AIDS, pneumonia, lung cancer, kidney failure, arthritis, COVID pneumonia—all could be reconceived as the results of cells, or systems of cells, functioning abnormally. And all could be perceived as loci of cellular therapies.

Filled with writing so vivid, lucid, and suspenseful that complex science becomes thrilling, The Song of the Cell tells the story of how scientists discovered cells, began to understand them, and are now using that knowledge to create new humans. Told in six parts, and laced with Mukherjee’s own experience as a researcher, a doctor, and a prolific reader, The Song of the Cell is both panoramic and intimate—a masterpiece on what it means to be human.

“In an account both lyrical and capacious, Mukherjee takes us through an evolution of human understanding: from the seventeenth-century discovery that humans are made up of cells to our cutting-edge technologies for manipulating and deploying cells for therapeutic purposes” (The New Yorker).

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Scribner; Reprint edition (October 24, 2023)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 496 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1982117362
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1982117368
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.28 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.13 x 1.2 x 9.25 inches
Reviewer: Lady Bookworm
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A Symphony of Science, History, and Personal Narrative
Review: In a landscape saturated with scientific literature that often feels inaccessible to the layperson, "The Song of the Cell: An Exploration of Medicine and the New Human" stands out as a beacon of clarity and engagement. This book is not just for the scientifically inclined; it's a compelling read that draws in a diverse audience, including those who may not typically gravitate toward science.One of the book's most striking features is its ability to engage readers who are not science-oriented. The author employs a storytelling approach, using analogies, vivid descriptions, and relatable examples to explain complex scientific concepts. You don't need a background in biology or medicine to appreciate the groundbreaking developments discussed in this book; the author ensures that the material is accessible and, more importantly, fascinating for all.The book serves as a gateway into the world of new developments in medicine, from editing T cells to personalized treatments. It's not just a snapshot of where we are now; it's a narrative that pulls you into a future where medicine could be radically different and far more effective than what we've known. The excitement of what's possible is palpable on every page, making you eager to see these advancements come to fruition.As someone who enjoys history, I particularly appreciated the book's historical perspective on medicine. The author takes us on a journey through time, exploring how our understanding of medicine has evolved and how past discoveries have paved the way for today's innovations. This historical lens adds depth to the narrative and provides a fuller understanding of how far we've come—and how far we still have to go.What sets this book apart from others in the genre is the way the author weaves in personal experiences. Whether it's a family history of a particular illness or firsthand accounts of working in a lab, these personal touches make the narrative more relatable and engaging. It's not just a book about science; it's a book about people, making it all the more compelling.Overall, "The Song of the Cell: An Exploration of Medicine and the New Human" is a masterful blend of science, history, and personal narrative. It's a book that will not only educate you but also inspire a sense of wonder and optimism about the future of medicine. Whether you're a science enthusiast or a history buff, or even if you're neither, this book has something to offer you. Highly recommended for anyone looking to expand their understanding of what medicine has been, what it is, and what it could one day become.

Reviewer: Peter R. Nichols
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Awesome to the n
Review: I remember my experience reading Dr. Mukherjee’s “Emperor of all Maladies”. It was an awesome read. This was even more so. After reading this (I can’t say finishing because the story goes on to meet the challenges of understanding the human body and developing treatments that respond to its awesome complexities), I am even more in awe of what nature has created, the wonder that is human existence. As just one of this species, I have a new appreciation for the miracle that inhabits me. This is also scary because I now realize how many things are going right for me to be alive and to have lived for 80 years. And yes, it heightens my sense of fragility, how easily things could go wrong and bring my life to an end, likely with the period of dysfunction and pain that others have experienced. I am not particularly religious but I I think I will be more thankful now for each additional day that I live.Awesome also describes Dr. Mukherjee’s skill in writing about this subject in a way that I feel I can somewhat understand what he is describing, a subject that is far beyond my expertise. He not only writes with great skill but also with an ability to get into the shoes, the limited understanding, of his readers. Yes, he inevitably uses difficult technical medical terms, but he explains each of these. And he gives lucid descriptions of the research and the researchers who made the discoveries, persisted through failures along the way. And yet more so, I appreciate the real patients who he describes caught in these discoveries with results that sometimes don’t lead to better lives and sometimes do.I recommend this book to anyone who has the curiosity to know what goes on inside of them.

Reviewer: Elischewah
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Dog ears
Review: Just received this softcover and it already has dog ears from shipment because it was in a bubble enveloppe. I bought this soft cover to read on a long trip to reduce weight. The topic is exciting but I guess I will think again next time whether to buy a softcover. This has taken away from my reading pleasure.

Reviewer: netuno60
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Gostei da organização dos capítulos, da clareza das explicações e das informações históricas.O autor nos mostra com clareza como foram feitas as descobertas da célula e dos seus componentes e o avanço das terapias celulares através dos séculos.Nos ensina também o papel das células no nosso organismo, descrevendo as funções de seus principais componentes, além dos vários sistemas celulares importantes para o corpo.Não tenho nenhuma crítica a fazer, pois o livro me satisfez completamente.

Reviewer: John Bender
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I really enjoyed this review of the cell. As a health professional it helped to review the workings of the cell the basic building block of life. The book was very thought provoking and gave us a snapshot of where cell biology is headed and the incredible potential it promises. A very good and worthwhile read.

Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Thought provoking book that takes you through the beautiful worlds of cells, their magic, their limitations, their stories and their song. Dr Siddhartha writes in his effervescent style, capturing science and weaving it with styles, characters and journeys of the countless scientists and researchers who have gotten humanity to where it is today. And the most beautiful part, he keeps it all real with personal anecdotes and experiences. Totally mesmerizing as always

Reviewer: Juan M Perez Santos
Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I found the tithe very interesting but for me that I am not a doctor I found it complex and difficult to read.

Reviewer: Sangram Gupta
Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Book is rich with history and new knowledge and very informative. Storytelling is a little slow and too many new discoveries to keep in mind as we move forward in book.