"During his long scientific career, John Cairns has worked at the highest levels in molecular genetics, cancer research, and public health. He uses this rich experience to bring us a series of historical essays on life that display unusual vision and clarity of thought."--Karl Drlica, The Public Health Research Institute/New York University, and author of "The Double-Edged Sword: The Promises and Risks of the Genetic Revolution"
"Graceful essays from the pen of a keen observer who is blessed with a wide-ranging intellect and a familiarity with molecular biology, human origins, epidemiology, and the origins of human cancer."--Robert A. Weinberg, author of "Racing to the Beginning of the Road"