Viruses: A Natural History

Viruses: A Natural History, 1, 2023 is a comprehensive biology reference published by Other Publisher. Description By Dr. Marilyn J.

Key Features

- A comprehensive and richly illustrated introduction to the world of virusesAs parasites that are often hundreds of times smaller than bacteria, viruses exist in and on everything,…
- Rapidly evolving, they are highly opportunistic and relentlessly efficient
- While some viruses are obviously agents of disease, as the COVID-19 pandemic has reminded the world only too well, others can be beneficial, helping to protect their hosts from…
- In Viruses, virus expert and author Marilyn Roossinck presents a comprehensive and richly illustrated introduction to viruses that reveals their true nature.Using lively text,…
- Written in a nontechnical and easy-to-follow style, the book covers what viruses are and where they come from; how they transmit and evolve; the battle between viruses and hosts,…
- Each chapter concludes with stunningly illustrated profiles that highlight key viruses.In a world where understanding viruses is more important than ever, Viruses offers a rich…
- Publisher ‏ : ‎ Princeton University Press (May 2, 2023)

Product Details

Publisher: Other Publisher
Edition: 1
Published Year: 2023
Format: Publisher PDF
File Size: 184.5 MB
ISBN: 978-0691237596, 9780691240800