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Author: Carl Zimmer

Narrator: Ryan

Format: MP3

IBSN: 9780226983356

Language: English

Publish Date: 15/09/2011

Audiobook length: 31 min

Contents

Chapter 1Overview
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Chapter 2The Earth is a planet of viruses
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Chapter 3The impact of viruses on living things
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Chapter 4The impact of viruses’ on human life
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Chapter 5Summary & Review
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Why listen to A Planet of Viruses

Listening to the summary audiobook of "A Planet of Viruses" by Carl Zimmer is essential for anyone seeking to understand the profound impact of viruses on life on Earth. Zimmer expertly distills complex scientific concepts into accessible insights, revealing how viruses shape ecosystems, influence evolution, and pose challenges to health and society. With the rising global concerns around viral pandemics, this audiobook offers valuable knowledge that enhances our awareness and preparedness, making it a timely and informative listen for both science enthusiasts and the general public.

Author : Carl Zimmer

The author of this book, Carl Zimmer, is a popular science writer and a professor of scientific and environmental writing at Yale University. He has written a number of prominent works on popular sciences, including Evolution: The Triumph of an Idea, At the Water's Edge: Fish with Fingers, Whales with Legs, and How Life Came Ashore but Then Went Back to Sea, and Science Ink: Tattoos of the Science Obsessed. In 2007, he won the National Academies Communication Award, which is the highest honor in this field.

Key Insights from A Planet of Viruses

  • Viruses are not just agents of disease; they play a crucial role in shaping ecosystems and influencing biological evolution. Zimmer illustrates how these entities, previously viewed solely as threats, are integral to the cycle of life on Earth.
  • The complex relationship between humans and viruses highlights our vulnerability to infections and the importance of understanding viral behavior. Zimmer emphasizes that studying viruses can provide critical insights into emerging diseases and public health initiatives.
  • Viruses are abundant and diverse, outnumbering bacterial cells in many environments and carrying unique genetic material. This genetic exchange between viruses and host organisms drives innovation and adaptability within living systems, leading to evolutionary advancements.
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