New Guinea Tapeworms and Jewish Grandmothers: Tales of Parasites and People
Robert S. Desowitz presents a distinctive collection of tales about parasites and people. From the striking image of New Guinea tapeworms to the cultural reference in its title, this book promises an engaging meeting point between science, medicine, human experience, and storytelling.
About This Book
New Guinea Tapeworms and Jewish Grandmothers: Tales of Parasites and People brings together human and biological themes in a title that is both curious and memorable.
The book centers on parasites and their relationship to people, with New Guinea tapeworms providing one point of focus.
Its subject is presented as a series of tales, suggesting an accessible narrative approach to scientific and medical material.
The reference to Jewish grandmothers adds a cultural dimension to this unusual exploration of parasites and people.
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