Bacteria

A Very Short Introduction

Sebastian G. B. Amyes

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Oxford University Press
15 September 2022

Mathematics & Sciences; Popular science; Bacteriology (non-medical)

Series: Very Short Introductions

Very Short Introductions: Brilliant, Sharp, Inspiring

Bacteria form a fundamental branch of life. They are the oldest forms of life as we know it, and they are still the most prolific living organisms. They inhabit every part of the Earth's surface, its ocean depths, and even terrains such as boiling hot springs. They are most familiar as agents of disease, but benign bacteria are critical to the recycling of elements and all ecology, as well as to human health.

In this Very Short Introduction, Sebastian G. B. Amyes explores the nature of bacteria, their origin and evolution, bacteria in the environment, and bacteria and disease. In this new edition, he examines the ethical implications of synthetic bacteria, the evolving technologies used to combat antibiotics resistance, and the role bacteria play in the evolutionary development of humans.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

By: Sebastian G. B. Amyes
Imprint: Oxford University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 2nd Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 175mm, Width: 113mm, Spine: 9mm
Weight: 134g
ISBN: 9780192895240
ISBN 10: 0192895249
Series: Very Short Introductions
Pages: 160
Publication Date: 15 September 2022
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Preface 1: Origins 2: Evolution 3: Microbiota and microbiome in man 4: Discovery 5: Environment and civilization 6: Bacterial pathogenesis 7: Antibiotics 8: Antibiotic resistance 9: The future Further reading Index

Sebastian Amyes is Professor Emeritus of Microbial Chemotherapy at Edinburgh University, and author of many research publications as well as the books Antibacterial Chemotherapy (2010), and Magic Bullets: Lost Horizons (2001).

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Bacteria

A Very Short Introduction

Sebastian G. B. Amyes

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