A Planet of Viruses

Explore the hidden world of viruses with this fascinating book, which delves into how these tiny living things hold sway over our lives and biosphere. From the common cold to diseases that cause branch-like growths, viruses are ever-present in our lives, and this book provides the latest research on how they affect us, how they produced the first life-forms, and how we can harness them for our own benefit. Discover the incredible number of viruses in the world's oceans, how the evolution of HIV is mutating, and what treatments for the common cold actually do. With insight from a respected science journalist, A Planet of Viruses is a must-read for anyone curious about the frontiers of biology.