Asesinos microscópicos

SARS-CoV-2 has claimed hundreds of thousands of lives globally. Despite the tragic figures, the lessons learned from history can put us in perspective of what happened. And, the outbreak that originated in Wuhan in November 2019 is far from being among the deadliest pandemics that have tormented humanity. With the help of Fernando Adam, a veterinary specialist in infectious diseases, we will address the cruelest epidemics in history and what we have learned from them: the medieval black death, smallpox and the great adventure of vaccination, the lethal power of 1918 flu, the deadly triad: tuberculosis, HIV and malaria, the titanic challenge of multi-resistant bacteria and the recent pandemics of the 21st century (Ebola, SARS, avian flu, MERS ...). A look into the past to find the keys to the previous outbreaks and elucidate which one may be the next in an increasingly globalized world. Join us on this incredible journey full of drama, fear, prejudice and hope. The beauty of science through its main findings, discoveries and protagonists: the microbe hunters. Extraordinary people who, because of their common sense, tenacity, passion and why not say a bit of luck managed to shine a light on some of the most lethal diseases for humans. A book aimed at all those readers who want an initial orientation in this fascinating and unusual terrain without overwhelming them with details.