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macology of Primary Nociceptive Neuron. The chapter entitled Control of Cancer Pain With Analgesics Acting in the Central Nervous System is useful in principle, but most of the drugs described are not available in the United States. The chapter on the use of epidural opiates is a current and timely review of a useful technique. The chapter on the use of psychotropic drugs is one of the best reviews of this topic that I have read. Several chapters address the topics of regional nerve blocks and neurolytic therapy. The role of specific antineoplastic chemotherapy and radiation therapy in the management of cancer pain is not overlooked, nor is the role of surgical management. In summary, this book is exceedingly well written, carefully edited, and brief (only 238 pages), and it is a thorough review of the characteristics and the management of pain in the patient with cancer. It should be suggested reading for all oncologists and trainees in oncology and is appropriate reading for nurses in this field as well. Anyone who deals with patients who have cancer wi l l find Pain in the Cancer Patient a useful reference source.