Microbes: An Invisible Universe, Revised Edition (Revised)

Introduces the general public to the microbial universe, stressing the essential role microbes play in our daily lives. - Explains the principles of microbiology, the nature of microbial life, and how microbes interact with the environment and with other living organisms, including humans, in non-technical language. - Provides the background and basic information needed to develop informed opinions on issues affecting our health and the preservation of the natural biosphere.