The Animal Parasites of Man (eBook)

Exploring the Intricate World of Parasitic Organisms and Human Health

Harold Benjamin Fantham, Max Braun, Fred. V. Theobald, J. W. W. Stephens (Autoren)

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2019
18026 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766464803-7 (EAN)

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The Animal Parasites of Man presents a comprehensive exploration of parasitology, encapsulating the intricate relationships between humans and their parasitic counterparts. This anthology employs a mosaic of literary styles, combining detailed scientific exposition with engrossing narrative accounts, to illuminate the often unseen world of human parasites. With each piece, the collection probes into the hidden challenges and implications of parasitic infestations, examining not only the physical toll on the human body but also the socio-cultural dimensions of these encounters throughout history. Standout contributions weave scientific rigor with vivid storytelling, challenging readers to reconsider their understanding of these minuscule yet impactful organisms. Edited by a cohort of esteemed scholars - Harold Benjamin Fantham, Max Braun, Fred. V. Theobald, and J. W. W. Stephens - this anthology draws from a rich tapestry of scientific inquiry and historical context. The editors, renowned for their pioneering work in parasitology and related fields, bring together a diversity of perspectives that reflect the intricacies of parasitic research. The collection is rooted in both turn-of-the-century scientific advancement and cross-cultural studies, offering insights from a time when parasitology was burgeoning as a distinct field, thereby bridging the gap between past and contemporary understandings. The Animal Parasites of Man is indispensable for readers wishing to deepen their appreciation of parasitic phenomena through a scholarly lens. The anthology offers a rare opportunity to engage with the enduring questions surrounding human-parasite interactions, presented through a harmonious interplay of historical context and scientific exploration. Ideal for academics and lay readers alike, this collection fosters a multidimensional understanding, encouraging readers to engage with the diverse voices that examine and illuminate the complexities and impact of parasitic life on humanity.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 21.11.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Medizin / Pharmazie ► Medizinische Fachgebiete
• Schlagworte: 19th century parasitology • animal biology • biological interplay exploration • Biological Studies • ecological parasites impact • evolutionary parasitic relationships • historical parasitology studies • Human health • human parasitology anthology • Infectious Diseases • Internal Medicine • Medical History • Medical literature • medical parasitology • Parasitology • public domain books • scientific narrative exposition • scientific parasitology analysis • Scientific research • symbiosis survival themes • tropical medicine insights • Veterinary Medicine • Zoology