The Sardinian Project: An Experiment In The Eradication Of An Indigenous Malarious Vector (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258294229)

The Sardinian Project: An Experiment In The Eradication Of An Indigenous Malarious Vector is a book written by John Alexander Logan. It is a detailed account of an experiment conducted in Sardinia in the early 1950s, which aimed to eradicate an indigenous mosquito species that was responsible for the transmission of malaria. The book describes the background of the project, the methods used, and the results obtained. It also discusses the impact of the project on the local population and the environment. The author provides a comprehensive analysis of the project, including its successes and failures, and draws lessons for future efforts to control malaria and other vector-borne diseases. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both experts and non-experts in the field of public health. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of malaria control and the challenges of designing and implementing effective vector control programs.Additional Contributors Include Thomas H. G. Aitken, Guido U. Casini, Frederick W. Knipe, John Maier, Athol J. Patterson And Harold Trapido. The American Journal Of Hygiene Monographic Series, No. 20.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John Alexander Logan
ISBN-10: 1258294222
ISBN-13: 9781258294229
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 04/21/2012
Pages: 502
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.84lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.06d