In Mosquito, Richard Jones recounts the history of mosquitoes' relationship with mankind, and their transformation from a trivial gnat into a serious disease-carrying menace. Drawing on scientific fact, historical evidence and literary evocation, the book provides a colourful portrait of this tiny insect and the notorious diseases it carries.
Mosquito offers a compelling warning against the contemporary complacency surrounding malaria and other diseases in western society, whilst also exploring the sinister reputation of the insect in general. Written in an accessible style for a broad readership, this book will appeal to all those with an interest in tropical medicine and disease, as well as anyone pestered in the night by the annoying, familiar whine of this diminutive airborne adversary.
| ISBN: | 9781861899231 |
| Publication date: | 1st May 2012 |
| Author: | Richard Jones |
| Publisher: | Reaktion Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 216 pages |
| Series: | Animal |
| Genres: |
Wildlife: butterflies, other insects and spiders: general interest Animals and society |
In Mosquito, Richard Jones recounts the history of mosquitoes' relationship with mankind, and their transformation from a trivial gnat into a serious disease-carrying menace. Drawing on scientific fact, historical evidence and literary evocation, the book provides a colourful portrait of this tiny insect and the notorious diseases it carries.Mosquito offers a compelling warning against the contemporary complacency surrounding malaria and other diseases in western society, whilst also exploring the sinister reputation of the insect in general.
Mosquito features in the following genres: Wildlife: butterflies, other insects and spiders: general interest, Animals and society
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Mosquito was written by Richard Jones and published by Reaktion Books
Mosquito has 216 pages
Yes it is part of Animal series