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Bezig met laden... The Invisible Enemy: A Natural History of Virusesdoor Dorothy Crawford
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Meld je aan bij LibraryThing om erachter te komen of je dit boek goed zult vinden. Op dit moment geen Discussie gesprekken over dit boek. A natural history of viruses A lucid and engaging introduction to virology, meant for the curious public and as a primer to journalists so that they don’t inadvertently cause panic. The book looks at viruses that have been around for a long time (such as measles, among others), those that are the result of switching from a hunting/gathering society to an agrarian one (smallpox), and those that are new or emerging (HIV and monkeypox). Dr. Crawford discusses the makeup and mechanics of different viruses, how they probably emerged into the population, treatments, and how they are likely to progress (or, in the case of smallpox, be eradicated) and what this treatment or eradication may lead to. The focus of the book is on the current state of virology (as it was at the 2002 publication date). The Oxford Popular Science series acknowledges that the scientific knowledge is advancing at rates that create problems even for specialists, and are written to give non-scientists an accessible introductions to what is considered most pertinent in each field. Dr. Crawford’s book exactly hits the mark. Plus, she's adorable. geen besprekingen | voeg een bespreking toe
Here is a compelling scientific account of viruses, their history, and the dangers they pose--now and in the future. Viruses are disarmingly small and simple. Nevertheless, the smallpox virus killed over 300 million people in the twentieth century before it was eradicated in 1980. The AIDS virus, HIV, is now the world's biggest killer infection and the single most common cause of death in Africa. In recent years, the outbreaks of several lethal viruses such as Ebola and Hantavirus have caused great public concern--yet most people remain woefully ill-informed. In this fascinating new book, Dorothy Crawford explains lucidly and accessibly all aspects of the natural history of these deadly parasites and discusses controversial subjects such as CFS and Gulf War Syndrome. The book considers issues such as how man has coped with viruses in the past, where new viruses come from, and whether it would be possible for a new virus to wipe out the human race. Professor Crawford illustrates her arguments with vivid and wide-ranging examples. The result is an informative and highly readable book, which will be read by all those who seek a deeper understanding of these minute but remarkably efficient killers. Geen bibliotheekbeschrijvingen gevonden. |
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Google Books — Bezig met laden... GenresDewey Decimale Classificatie (DDC)616.0194Technology Medicine and health Diseases Pathology; Diseases; Treatment InfectionsLC-classificatieWaarderingGemiddelde:
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