From School Library Journal
Grade 9-12 --Nourse describes the discovery of viruses and their nature, and discusses the variety of viral diseases, vaccines and immunity, and recent research. He presents a wide scope of information; detailed, complex explanations about such topics as DNA and RNA; and focuses on AIDS and HIV. Likewise, hepatitis A, B, and C are dealt with separately. An excellent double-page chart details in outline form the viruses, diseases caused, organs attacked, symptoms, usual outcomes, and possibilities of an available vaccine. Students and teachers will love this feature. Variable-quality black-and-white photographs and diagrams aid in understanding topics under discussion. While the explantions of DNA and RNA are complex at times, this will serve as a useful introduction. Knight's Viruses (Morrow, 1981; o.p.) is a simpler treatment for younger audiences. --Lois McCulley, Wichita Falls High School, TX
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