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Murphy, Wendy B.

Spare Parts: From Peg Legs to Gene Splices

160 pp. | Lerner/Twenty-first Century | March, 2001 | Library ISBN 0-7613-1355-9 $$23.90
(3) YA The densely written yet accessible volume presents a historical overview of replacing missing or damaged body parts and organs--from early prosthetics to modern-day transplants. The book examines the science behind these developments, society's growing acceptance of the disabled, and possible future advances in genetics. Appropriately chosen black-and-white reproductions and photographs are included. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

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