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The New York Times Bestseller
From Pulitzer Prize winner Ed Yong, a groundbreaking, wondrously informative, and vastly entertaining examination of the most significant revolution in biology since Darwin—a “microbe’s-eye view” of the world that reveals a marvelous, radically reconceived picture of life on earth.
Every animal, whether human, squid, or wasp, is home to millions of bacteria and other microbes. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Ed Yong, whose humor is as evident as his erudition, prompts us to look at ourselves and our animal companions in a new light—less as individuals and more as the interconnected, interdependent multitudes we assuredly are.
The microbes in our bodies are part of our immune systems and protect us from disease. In the deep oceans, mysterious creatures without mouths or guts depend on microbes for all their energy. Bacteria provide squid with invisibility cloaks, help beetles to bring down forests, and allow worms to cause diseases that afflict millions of people.
Many people think of microbes as germs to be eradicated, but those that live with us—the microbiome—build our bodies, protect our health, shape our identities, and grant us incredible abilities. In this astonishing book, Ed Yong takes us on a grand tour through our microbial partners, and introduces us to the scientists on the front lines of discovery. It will change both our view of nature and our sense of where we belong in it.
From the Publisher
Publisher : Ecco; Reprint edition (January 16, 2018)
Language : English
Paperback : 368 pages
ISBN-10 : 0062368605
ISBN-13 : 978-0062368607
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 1.2 x 5.9 x 8.8 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book fascinating and well-researched, describing it as a well-written lay nonfiction science book filled with microbial facts. They appreciate its engaging storytelling, historical perspectives, and wonderful sense of humor. The book provides an eye-opening look at the vast and complex ecology of life, with one customer noting how it changes readers’ view of nature. The material quality receives positive feedback, with customers mentioning it holds up nicely and comes in great condition.
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