Publisher's Synopsis
Jokichi Takamine: A Record of His American Achievements is a biographical book written by K.K. Kawakami. The book chronicles the life and achievements of Jokichi Takamine, a Japanese chemist who made significant contributions to the field of biochemistry in the United States. Takamine is best known for his discovery and isolation of adrenaline, a hormone that plays a crucial role in the body's ""fight or flight"" response. The book covers Takamine's journey from his early years in Japan to his immigration to the United States, where he established the Takamine Laboratory and conducted groundbreaking research in the field of biochemistry. The book also explores Takamine's personal life, including his marriage to American socialite Caroline Hitch and his involvement in various philanthropic endeavors. Overall, Jokichi Takamine: A Record of His American Achievements provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of the most important figures in the history of biochemistry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.