Hematology Landmark Papers of the 20th Century

This unique book celebrates the enormous progress made in the field of hematology in the 20th century. Under the direction of a renowned group of editors, Hematology serves as a compendium, with commentaries, of the most important papers published in the field from 1900-1999. It includes 86 articles covering eight categories: anemia; phagocytic cells; platelets; coagulation ad thrombosis; lymphocytes and immune disorders; transfusion medicine; hematologic malignancies and therapeutics; and laboratory developments. Each paper has been republished in its original form, and is accompanied by a one- or two-page commentary that places it in historical context, explains its impact, and provides references to the developments that resulted from its publication. Hematologists, oncologists, immunologists, and professionals in related fields will find Hematology to be an essential resource for research and teaching. Key Features: * Contains 86 landmark articles from the last100 years in clinical hematology * Includes expert commentaries discussing the impact of each article * Cites approximately 1000 preceding or subsequent articles of consequence in the commentaries * Includes the English translations of nine articles originally published in other languages * Provides easy access to several papers that may no longer be found in librariesLichtman, Marshall A. is the author of 'Hematology Landmark Papers of the 20th Century' with ISBN 9780124485105 and ISBN 0124485103.