New plagues, the: pandemics and poverty in a globalized world
Auteur :
Kaufmann, Stefan H. E.
Éditeur :
Haus Publishing Limited
ISBN :
9781906598136
Date de publication :
1 mai 2009
Dimensions :
19,0 x 12,5 x 2,8 cm
Poids :
270 g
Format :
Trade paperback (UK)
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
The threat from infectious diseases has increased with globalization. Throughout the history of mankind, epidemics have eradicated whole regions, started the migration of people and decided wars. This book explores the strategies of microbes in conjunction with the economic impact of epidemics.