The Horn Book Guide

TECHNOLOGY

Hyde, Margaret O. , Setaro, John F.

Medicine's Brave New World: Bioengineering and the New Genetics

143 pp. | Lerner/Twenty-first Century | September, 2001 | Library ISBN 0-7613-1706-6 $$27.90

(4) YA This accessibly written volume introduces a number of recent advancements in medicine and health, including cloning, gene therapy, and the potential benefits of stem cell treatments. Illustrated with several diagrams and poorly reproduced black-and-white photos, the book provides understandable scientific explanations of complex topics and discusses the ethical ramifications of each in a fair and balanced manner. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta