Parasites

von Geoffrey Lapage

84 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

"Parasites" is a comprehensive study of the intricate and often misunderstood world of parasitic organisms. Written by the esteemed zoologist Geoffrey Lapage, this work delves into the biological complexities of creatures that depend upon other living beings for survival. Through detailed observation and scientific rigor, Lapage explores the diverse forms of parasitism across various species, examining the evolutionary adaptations and life cycles that allow these organisms to thrive in and on their hosts.The book covers a broad spectrum of topics within parasitology, ranging from the physiological impacts on host organisms to the broader ecological implications of parasitic interactions. Lapage provides a clear and accessible overview of both microscopic and macroscopic parasites, shedding light on their methods of infection, reproduction, and persistence. This work serves as an essential resource for students of biology, medicine, and zoology, offering a foundational understanding of one of nature's most successful survival strategies.By emphasizing the scientific significance of parasitology, "Parasites" highlights the delicate balance of biological systems and the importance of studying these relationships within the context of health and natural history. It remains a significant contribution to the field, capturing the state of biological knowledge during a transformative era in medical and zoological research.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

• Reihe: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025889733
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 14.02.2026
• Größe: 234 x 156 mm
• Verlag: Legare Street Press