Bacteria in Daily Life
'Bacteria in Daily Life' Summary
Beginning with the discovery by Latour that yeasty fermentation is due to minute vegetable growths, the author traces the development of bacteriological knowledge through the age of Victoria. She presents chapters on the following topics: - What We Breathe - Sunshine and Life - Bacteriology and Water - Milk Dangers and Remedies - Bacteria and Ice - Poisons and Their Prevention The book is written in a lively and engaging style, making it accessible to the general reader. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the early days of bacteriology and its impact on our understanding of disease and public health.Book Details
Language
EnglishOriginal Language
Published In
Genre/Category
Tags/Keywords
Download eBooks
Listen/Download Audiobook
- Select Speed
Related books
Dr. Benjamin Rush, A Memorial by Dr. Benjamin Rush
Dr. Benjamin Rush's autobiography, penned by himself, provides a unique and intimate glimpse into the life and times of a prominent figure in American...
“The Flu”: A Brief History of Influenza in U. S. America, Europe, Hawaii by A. Mouritz
Published in 1921, "The Flu" by A. Mouritz delves into the history of influenza outbreaks in the United States, Europe, and Hawaii. It provides a conc...
An Inquiry into the Causes and Effects of the Variolae Vaccinae by Edward Jenner
This book presents Edward Jenner's groundbreaking research on the connection between smallpox and cowpox, leading to the development of the world's fi...
History of Prostitution by William Sanger
William Sanger's "History of Prostitution" is a significant work that explores the social, moral, and public health aspects of prostitution in the 19t...
Microbe Hunters by Paul de Kruif
"Microbe Hunters" by Paul de Kruif is an exciting and informative book that takes readers on a captivating journey into the world of scientific discov...
Sleeping Sickness by Fleming Mant Sandwith
This short monograph, written in 1912, recounts the devastating impact of sleeping sickness (African trypanosomiasis) in East Africa during the coloni...
Reminiscences Of A Workhouse Medical Officer by Joseph Rogers
This memoir, published in 1889, recounts the experiences of Joseph Rogers, a prominent English physician and social reformer, during his time as a med...
Flexner Report. Medical Education In The United States And Canada by Abraham Flexner
The Flexner Report, published in 1910, is a seminal work that revolutionized medical education in North America. Written by Abraham Flexner under the...
Life of Clara Barton - Volume 2 by William E. Barton
Volume 2 of the 'Life of Clara Barton' continues the story of the pioneering American nurse and founder of the American Red Cross. The book chronicles...
Bubonic Plague by Rai Bahadur A. Mitra
This book, authored by Dr. Rai Bahadur A. Mitra, the Chief Medical Officer in Kashmir, is a concise treatise on the bubonic plague. It delves into the...
Reviews for Bacteria in Daily Life
No reviews posted or approved, yet...