Program Description
Looking to try something new and maybe make a friend or two? Join the library book club!
Today we'll discuss the book: “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks” by Rebecca Skloot (2010)
Genre: Biography, Narrative Nonfiction
Henrietta Lacks was a tobacco farmer whose stolen cells changed the world. Her HeLa cells sparked breakthroughs in cancer research, vaccines, and genetics, yet her name was hidden for decades. Consequently, when her family finally learned the truth, they faced deep questions about consent, justice, and legacy. Rebecca Skloot followed their path and uncovered a gripping story that blends science, family bonds, justice, and hard‑won truth.
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