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Germs, genes & civilization

by David P. Clark

EpidemicsDiseases and historyCivilizationHuman evolutionHuman geneticsDisease OutbreaksHistoryBiological Evolution

"Clear, thoughtful, and thought-provoking, Germs, Genes & Civilization makes the case that infectious diseases have played a major role in shaping society. Clark argues that religion, morals, and even democracy have all been influenced by the smallest and most dangerous organisms on our planet. While you may not accept every argument, you will be stimulated, entertained, and enlightened."

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Book data: Open Library