The biography delves into the life of Harry Anderson, a multifaceted individual known for his contributions as a sailor, educator, philanthropist, and yachting ambassador. Spanning nearly 70 years, his experiences offer valuable insights into a significant era of American history. The narrative is enriched by a foreword from HRH Prince Phillip, highlighting Anderson's impact and legacy in the world of yachting and beyond.
Dr. Hilary Koprowski is the pioneer of live polio vaccine, the first researcher to advance the diagnostic and therapeutic use of monoclonal antibodies, and the developer of the "gold standard" rabies vaccine. A world-reknowned maverick in biomedical research, Koprowski's research methods were often considered controversial and even radical. Nonetheless, he acquired key positions in many research organizations, such as the Rockefeller Foundation, Lederle Labs, and Wistar Institute, initiating landmark studies from cancer research to multiple sclerosis. One of his crowning achievements, the successful crusade for monoclonal antibodies, resulted in his founding of Centocor, a forerunner in the corporate world of biomedicine. This account of Koprowski's life history is a mixture of personal interviews, anecdotes, and legends of the art and science behind the man.
The biography chronicles the life of David Anderson, born into a prominent Standard Oil family in 1925. Rejecting his elitist roots, he drew inspiration from Dostoyevsky while studying Russian at Yale. His diverse life spans three marriages, thirteen children, and careers in corporate, education, and politics, where he notably advocated for climate change as a Connecticut State Representative. Transitioning from Republican to Independent, Anderson remains active at 94, leading initiatives like Reforest The Tropics and influencing Connecticut's political landscape.