Mindy Weisberger
Rise of the Zombie Bugs : the Surprising Science of Parasitic Mind-Control
- ISBN 13:
- 9781421451350
- author:
- Mindy Weisberger
- format:
- Hardcover
- publisher:
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2025
- Pages:
- 296
- Genre:
- Parasitology Nature
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Zombies aren't just the stuff of nightmares. In fact, they're all around us - in the insect class and among other invertebrates. Mindy Weisberger explores the fascinating phenomenon of real-life zombification, where parasites rewrite their victims' neurochemistry, transforming them into mindless hosts. Through vivid descriptions and captivating storytelling, Weisberger explains the sinister mechanics of nature's most cunning survival strategies, including the biological marvels and evolutionary intricacies behind zombie ants, mind-controlled beetles, and the fungi and viruses that reprogram their hosts' behavior. This global journey takes readers from the Brazilian rainforests to European meadows to uncover the dark secrets of parasitic manipulation. By examining these creatures, Weisberger sheds light on fundamental questions of their existence: why are arthropods so susceptible to zombification, and could the creators of zombie bugs ever evolve to do the same to people? A chilling yet enlightening look at the hidden world of parasites, this book is perfect for anyone curious about the true terrors lurking in nature's undergrowth.
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