"Although Blackburn is certainly not an average woman scientist, there are many features of her journey that others who are interested in medical science--women and men alike--will connect with." Thomas R. Cech, Ph.D. England Journal of Medicine "Catherine Brady's Elizabeth Blackburn and the Story of Telomeres offers a commanding account of an inspiring effort to overcome gender bias along with advice about doing science, conquering academic politics, and taking responsible positions on science policy." Science