Editore: Forgotten Books, 2020
ISBN 10: 1331951143 ISBN 13: 9781331951148
Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the fascinating world of parasitic insects known as Sarcopsyllids or burrowing fleas. It presents a unique insight into these highly specialized creatures that have evolved to remain stationary on their hosts. The book begins with a historical perspective on the study of Sarcopsyllids, tracing their discovery and classification from the 16th century to the present day. It then dives into the morphology and anatomy of these insects, highlighting their remarkable adaptations, such as their reduced thoracic tergites, vestigial eyes, and powerful piercing mouthparts. This book also examines the diversity of Sarcopsyllid species, their geographical distribution, and their relationships to other flea families. The author sheds light on the ecological and physiological aspects of these parasites, discussing their host preferences, feeding habits, and reproductive strategies. Intriguingly, the book explores the symbiotic relationships between Sarcopsyllids and their hosts, including mutualistic and parasitic interactions. The author concludes by emphasizing the significance of Sarcopsyllids in understanding arthropod evolution and their impact on the health and ecology of their hosts. This book serves as a comprehensive reference for entomologists, parasitologists, and anyone interested in the fascinating world of fleas and their extraordinary adaptations. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 1334416206 ISBN 13: 9781334416200
Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2024
ISBN 10: 1334416206 ISBN 13: 9781334416200
Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an exploration into the discovery of parasites in human blood in 1901 and their subsequent identification as a new form of trypanosomiasis, a disease caused by parasitic protozoa flagellates. The author, one of the initial pioneers of this research, details the early investigation into the disease conducted in Senegambia, Africa, spanning from 1902-1903, which led to the discovery of human and horse trypanosomes in the region. The book delves into the characteristics and behaviors of these trypanosomes, their prevalence among local populations, and the range of symptoms they cause in humans, including a strange combination of fever and edema. The author discusses the clinical manifestations of the disease and the methods used to diagnose and study it, such as blood centrifugation, staining techniques, and animal inoculation experiments. Ultimately, this book highlights the significance of these discoveries in broadening our understanding of trypanosomiasis and its global impact on human and animal health, emphasizing the importance of continued research in the field of tropical medicine to combat this prevalent disease. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 1331951143 ISBN 13: 9781331951148
Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 1334416206 ISBN 13: 9781334416200
Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 1331951143 ISBN 13: 9781331951148
Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0666656398 ISBN 13: 9780666656391
Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0265465826 ISBN 13: 9780265465820
Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0666656398 ISBN 13: 9780666656391
Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0265465826 ISBN 13: 9780265465820
Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.