Parasite Rex by Carl Zimmer

Parasite Rex

Carl Zimmer

298 pages first pub 2000 (editions)

nonfiction nature science challenging informative slow-paced
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Almost every animal will at some time or another become the home of a parasite. Not only are parasites the most successful life-forms on Earth, they triggered the development of sex, shape ecosystems, and have driven the engine of evolution. Zimme...

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Moods

informative 94%
challenging 16%
hopeful 16%
inspiring 16%
dark 11%
mysterious 11%
adventurous 5%
funny 5%
lighthearted 5%
reflective 5%

Pace

slow 41%
medium 41%
fast 17%

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