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A Cancer Story

A Cancer Story

A Cancer Story

Harold Geller

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Editorial:
Lulu Press
Año de edición:
2012
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Biografía: general
ISBN:
9781300572299
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This book tells the story of the last year of life of Richard B. Geller of New York City. A math teacher who died from metastasized malignant melanoma. It a compilation of messages and vignettes shared by many, especially Richard’s wife Barbara, with the decedent’s brother. One sees from the stories the valiant battle with cancer of a man who was valued by his family, friends and students. His mantra was 'Math is #1.' May his life, and his battle with cancer, allow others to learn something about cancer, life and yes even mathematics.

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