Viruses and the Evolution of Life

An intriguing presentation of the virus-host relationship, as revealed through an examination of host evolution. Avails the informed reader of a new perspective on the evolution of life while targeting the expert reader with discussions of specific scientific literature. Features an engaging discussion of various life forms and how each group has been affected by viruses. Delves into the concept of and distinction between acute and persisting viruses, an area of study that has heretofore largely been ignored. Clarifies the relationship between the familiar disease-causing viruses and those viruses from which they emerge.

This title is published by the American Society for Microbiology Press and distributed by Taylor and Francis in rest of world territories.