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Wittenstein, Vicki Oransky

For the Good of Mankind?: The Shameful History of Human Medical Experimentation

96 pp. | Twenty-First Century | October, 2013 | Library ISBN 978-1-4677-0659-9 $35.93
(3) YA The world's first vaccine, an understanding of how malaria is transmitted, the prevention of polio: all the result of experiments on humans--but at what cost? Concentrating on the twentieth century, Wittenstein thoughtfully explores how scientists made remarkable advances and coped with increasing pressure to safeguard individual rights, especially of vulnerable people worldwide. Archival photos add visual interest; appended questions encourage discussion. Reading list, websites. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Gail Hedges

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