The Demon Under the Microscope (Audiobook)

from larryerick

The fact that the title of this book is not accurate does not eliminate the fact that the book is a worthwhile read. This is NOT about a specific doctor. It is about a specific life-saving drug component that is connected in part with a specific doctor who ends up winning a Nobel Prize. Interesti...

from yhgail

Interesting read. The author does a good job of telling a detailed technical story.

from GlennBell

Thomas has written a nice historical account of the discovery of sulfa drugs. He has researched the events and persons involved and puts the information in an interesting and informative format. His story telling methods teach and also perk interest. I also believe that Thomas has a keen perspect...

from bke

Fascinating story of the search for the first 'magic bullets' to fight bacteriological infections, what we now call antibiotics. Along the way, the author tells of war, setbacks, tragedies leading to the modern testing and regulatory infrastructure, blind luck, and success.

from gkonopas

Very interesting book about the work of one of the most important scientists of the 20th century that you've never heard of; Gerhard Domagk. Winner of the 1939 Nobel Prize in Medicine for his work on sulfa antibiotics, Domagk's work has led directly and indirectly to saving the lives of millions....