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10. A Transient Shining Trouble - Frederick Banting

Country Available: Canada, USA
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Envisioning the rewards of fame, Oliver plans to reveal his VisiCron technology to the world. Convinced that Oliver is making a mistake, Dee decides to bring back Dr. Frederick Banting, the co-discoverer of Insulin, whose fame overwhelmed the shy doctor. Banting shows Oliver that fame is “a transient, shining trouble” that can impact privacy and friendship.

View a printer friendly version of this page...Copyright Date: 1999 Closed Captioned Length: 24 minutes Library Audience:
  • Young Adult
  • Family
  • General Interest
  • School Audience:
  • Junior High (7-9)
  • Subjects: Living Skills; Language Arts; History and Current Events Formats Available:
  • VHS Tape
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