Biological Hazards: An Oryx Sourcebook (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781573563857)

Anthrax is only one of many biological threats. We read and hear about the others in the news: mad cow disease, shark attacks, killer bees, the West Nile virus, polluted wells-countless stories of biological hazards in the U.S. and around the world. This compact reference handbook covers everything from disease-causing viruses and bacteria, to harmful insects, poisonous plants, dangerous animals, and other types of living threats to human life. Readers will learn the nature of these hazards, the associated risks, and where to find information for further study and research.

In each category, the author presents the current scientific knowledge on causes, preventive measures, costs, outlook, and other topics of interest. Historical contexts are also provided. Every chapter ends with an anecdote illustrating its major themes. Primary source documents, statistical information, and a glossary are added features that make this resource the ideal starting point for anyone interested in biological hazards.

Author: Joan Callahan
ISBN-10: 1573563854
ISBN-13: 9781573563857
Publisher: Greenwood
Language: English
Published: 06/30/2002
Pages: 400
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.93lbs
Size: 10.30h x 7.08w x 1.03d

Review Citation(s):
Booklist 12/01/2002 pg. 696
Voice of Youth Advocates 04/01/2003 pg. 79
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/2003 pg. 619
Booklist 12/01/2003 pg. 697