Parasite Rex
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New York : Free Press, ©2000., New York : Free Press, 2000.
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xxii, 298 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
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Published
New York : Free Press, ©2000., New York : Free Press, 2000.
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Book
Language
English
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Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages [265]-286).
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"Award-winning writer Carl Zimmer takes us on a fantastic voyage into the secret parasite universe we actually live in but haven't recognized. He reveals not only that parasites are the most successful life-forms on Earth, but that they triggered the development of sex, shape ecosystems, and have driven the engine of evolution." "In mapping the parasite universe, Zimmer makes the astonishing observation that most species are parasites, and that almost every animal, including humans, will at one time or another become the home of a parasite. Zimmer shows how highly evolved parasites are and describes the frightening and amazing ingenuity these commando invaders use to devour their hosts from the inside and control their behavior." "Zimmer concludes that humankind itself is a new kind of parasite, one that preys on the entire Earth. If we are to achieve the sophistication of the parasites on display here in vivid detail, if we are to promote the flourishing of life in all its diversity as they do, we must learn the ways nature lives with itself, the laws of Parasite Rex."--BOOK JACKET.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Zimmer, C. (2000). Parasite Rex . Free Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Zimmer, Carl, 1966-. 2000. Parasite Rex. Free Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Zimmer, Carl, 1966-. Parasite Rex Free Press, 2000.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Zimmer, Carl. Parasite Rex Free Press, 2000.
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