An Introduction to Parasitology

• Main Author: Matthews, Bernard E. (Author)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Cambridge, U.K. Cambridge University Press 2007
• Subjects: Parasitology
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• Physical Description: 192 pages illustrations 24 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references (p. [172]-176) and index
• ISBN: 9780521571708; 0521571707; 9780521576918; 0521576911

This introductory undergraduate textbook provides a concise, clear and affordable overview of parasite biology for students and non-specialists, to equip them for approaching more technical and detailed literature. Using examples from all groups of animal parasites, the text considers the various stages of a parasite's life cycle from finding hosts to surviving within the host. The significance of damage caused by parasites and approaches to control are discussed, giving the book a well-rounded approach for those new to the subject or revising key points. A key feature of the book is its comparative rather than systematic approach. Suitable for all introductory parasite courses in biology, zoology and human and veterinary medicine.