The author of Life and Death on 10 West chronicles the fascinating true story of the Oxford scientists who discovered penicillin by experimenting on mold, creating a family of drugs that would eradicate some of the worst diseases in human history. Reprint. 35,000 first printing.
Author Biography
Eric Lax is the author of "Woody Allen, A Biography" and" Life and Death on 10 West," both "New York Times" Notable Books. His work has appeared in "The New York Times Magazine," "Vanity Fair," " Life," "The Atlantic Monthly," and "Esquire," as well as in many other magazines and newspapers. He lives with his wife and two sons in Los Angeles.
