Abstract

Immunoglobin Genes is the first comprehensive book on the structure, function, and expression of the genes encoding antibodies in normal and neoplastic cells.
"This book will be most useful to experienced immunologists and, as the editors point out, to molecular biologists...The timing of Immunoglobulin Genes is excellent. It summarizes the experiments and theories in a field with a solid foundation. It shoud be an important reference book."
--SCIENCE
"This volume is well written and well presented. This book will be of great use to those just beginning a career in immunology or to those in other fields wishing to familiarize themselves with the subject."
--TRENDS IN BIOCHEMICAL SCIENCES
"The organization of this book and the clear, concise nature of each chapter provides an excellent introduction to all aspects of immunoglobulin genes and proteins for the person beginning in this field of research or wanting to gain a further understanding of this area. For the experienced person, this book provides an overview of all areas and is a good reference for the major developments in this field."
--QUARTERLY REVIEW OF BIOLOGY
"As a celebration of the molecular achievements in the field, Immunoglobulin Genes is a benchmark reference....This volume appears at an appropriate time, and will be valuable as a detailed resource on the classic molecular genetics of immunoglobulin."
--CANCER CELLS, A MONTHLY REVIEW
"...an excellent reference text for anyone wishing to know more about the immunoglobulins and I would certainly recommend it."
--JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PATHOLOGY