![]() ![]() ![]() He contends that by understanding the ways that we’re interdependent with microbes, we can then explore opportunities to use microbes to improve our health. He argues that not only are microbes ubiquitous, but they’re also integral to animal bodies (including humans)-although we often think of ourselves as individuals, we’re essentially walking ecosystems containing countless species of microbes living in symbiotic partnership with us. In his debut book, science journalist Ed Yong explores the mysterious and fascinating world of microbes: microscopic organisms with the ability to make sea creatures glow, eradicate diseases, and nudge ecosystems into disarray. ![]() We go about our lives largely unaware of the trillions of microbes on every surface and throughout our bodies. When most people think of microbes, the first things that come to mind are disease-causing germs or healthy probiotic yogurts. Book Rating by Shortform Readers: 4.8 ( 142 reviews) ![]()
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