Microbiology

Written and illustrated by Simon Basher · Written by Dan Green

Part of the Basher Science series

Explore the hidden world of microbes, from helpful allies to deadly foes.

4.6 Goodreads · 59 ratings

128 pages· ~1040L

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into the unseen realm of microbes where algae and bacteria come alive with personality. Discover the tiny creatures that shape our world, from helpful zooplankton to dangerous pathogens like tuberculosis. What secrets do these invisible entities hold, and how do they impact our lives? Uncover the mysteries of the microscopic world and the building blocks of life in this engaging exploration.

From the publisher

This latest book from the Basher Science series investigates the unseen world of microbes. Basher’s distinctive style presents key microbes as characters with their own voice and personality. Microbiology investigates the “teensy tykes” such as algae and bacteria that are all around us in the living world, as well as a range of so-called “minibeasts”, but these are not the usual creepy-crawlies that you might think of. These near-invisible creatures range from the zooplankton “good guys” to the unpleasant tapeworm and fluke. Yuk! Microbiology explains the different building blocks of the human body, as well as the nasty bugs that can make us so ill, whether it’s catching a common cold or something much more deadly such as tuberculosis, the second biggest killer in the modern world.

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