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.