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The First Shots: The Epic Rivalries and Heroic Science Behind the Race to the Coronavirus Vaccine
The First Shots The Epic Rivalries and Heroic Science Behind the Race to the Coronavirus Vaccine
Author: Brendan Borrell
ISBN-13: 9780358569848
ISBN-10: 0358569842
Publication Date: 10/26/2021
Pages: 320
Rating:
  • Currently 3.3/5 Stars.
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3.3 stars, based on 2 ratings
Publisher: Mariner Books
Book Type: Hardcover
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esjro avatar reviewed The First Shots: The Epic Rivalries and Heroic Science Behind the Race to the Coronavirus Vaccine on + 939 more book reviews
This is a must-read for those who read Michael Lewis' "Premonition" as it continues the story of the Wolverines. Though the writing is a bit dry in places, the author does a good job of explaining to the general reader the science behind the various vaccines candidates.

Apart from a few comments (such as describing Trump's brain as a slot machine in which nickels ping around all day then his thoughts all come out all at the same time like a jackpot), the author largely steers clear of editorializing about the various politicians involved, instead leaving the reader to make up his or her own mind. As a result, Jared Kushner comes across as mostly competent, and I'm not sure how I feel about that.

Ultimately, the book is a celebration of science and the people who dedicate their lives to scientific discovery and public health. The book was published before Omicron, so it will be interesting to see who writes what is hopefully the conclusion a trilogy started by Lewis and Borrell.