Parasitism: The Ecology and Evolution of Intimate Interactions

by Claude Combes, Isaure de Buron (Translation), Vincent A. Connors (Translation)

In Parasitism, Claude Combes explores the fascinating adaptations parasites have developed through their intimate interactions with their hosts. He begins with the biology of parasites€”their life cycles, habitats, and different types of associations with their hosts. Next he discusses genetic interactions between hosts and parasites, and he ends with a section on the community ecology of parasites and their role in the evolution of their hosts. Throughout the book Combes enlivens his discussion with a wealth of concrete examples of host-parasite interactions.

552 pages, Paperback

First published August 15, 2001

Reviews

[Kelly Weinersmith · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a really great introduction to the ecology and evolution of parasites and parasitism. Every once and awhile the author will go on a tangent that isn't clearly supported by data, but these tangents are usually quite interesting. I would definitely suggest this book to anyone looking to get into the field of parasitology, or to any of my colleagues contemplating how parasites may be important in their study system.