The Principles of Cancer and Tumour Formation

William Roger Williams' "The Principles of Cancer and Tumour Formation" offers a clear, thought-provoking look at how cancers begin, grow, and evolve. Rather than treating tumours as isolated events, the book explains the underlying processes that drive malignant transformation—linking cellular changes to the larger patterns seen in tumour development. With a focus on fundamental mechanisms, it guides readers through the logic of how normal tissues can be pushed toward uncontrolled growth, how tumours interact with their environment, and why certain pathways matter so much for progression. Written to build understanding from first principles, the book is ideal for anyone who wants to grasp the “why” behind cancer biology and the key concepts that shape modern thinking about tumour formation. The Principles of Cancer and Tumour Formation is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1888.