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The Blue Man and Other Stories of the Skin
Robert A. Norman
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Description for The Blue Man and Other Stories of the Skin
Hardback. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: MJK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 138 x 17. Weight in Grams: 324.
Written by a leading dermatologist, The Blue Man and Other Stories of the Skin provides a compelling and accessible introduction to the life of our largest organ, while also recounting the author's experiences with memorable patients he has treated who suffer from mysterious skin conditions. Robert Norman begins by highlighting the qualities of the skin, tracing the history of its conditions and diseases, then examining the cultural, social and psychological impact of both color and irregularity. The book also features an absorbing collection of stories about some of his most intriguing patients: from a man whose skin mysteriously turned blue, ... Read more
Written by a leading dermatologist, The Blue Man and Other Stories of the Skin provides a compelling and accessible introduction to the life of our largest organ, while also recounting the author's experiences with memorable patients he has treated who suffer from mysterious skin conditions. Robert Norman begins by highlighting the qualities of the skin, tracing the history of its conditions and diseases, then examining the cultural, social and psychological impact of both color and irregularity. The book also features an absorbing collection of stories about some of his most intriguing patients: from a man whose skin mysteriously turned blue, ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University of California Press
Condition
New
Number of Pages
160
Place of Publication
Berkerley, United States
ISBN
9780520272866
SKU
V9780520272866
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Ref
99-1
About Robert A. Norman
Dr. Robert Norman is an award-winning dermatologist who has been in practice for over 25 years. He has written 18 books, including The Woman Who Lost Her Skin (And Other Dermatological Tales).
Reviews for The Blue Man and Other Stories of the Skin
"The Blue Man and Other Stories of the Skin explains not only basic and interesting facts on skin, but also contains vignettes of unusual patient cases."
Jerusalem Post
Jerusalem Post