Winegard, Timothy C
The Mosquito: A Human History of Our Deadliest Predator
- ISBN 13:
- 9781524743420
- author:
- Winegard, Timothy C
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Dutton Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 496
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 14 x 2.5 centimetres (0.40
- Genre:
- History, Civilization, Science,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Mosquito: A Human History of Our Deadliest Predator The mosquito has been a silent yet powerful force in shaping human history, with its impact felt across the globe since the dawn of civilization. This book offers a dramatic new perspective on the history of humankind, revealing how the mosquito has been the single most powerful force in determining humanity's fate. From the landscapes of civilization to the outcome of pivotal wars, the mosquito has played a significant role in shaping our human story. With an estimated 52 billion people dispatched from a total of 108 billion, the mosquito has been the greatest purveyor of extermination we have ever known. This groundbreaking work of narrative nonfiction explores the mosquito's impact on human populations, economies, and empires, and how humans have responded to its piercing presence. By examining the mosquito's role in history, we gain a deeper understanding of the complex relationships between humans and the natural world. This book is a fascinating and thought-provoking exploration of the mosquito's significance, and its impact on our world.
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