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48 pp.
| Lerner/Millbrook |
April, 2000 |
LibraryISBN 0-7613-1357-5$$24.90
(3)
4-6
An introductory chapter describes microorganisms living in the human body. Subsequent chapters discuss those living on the skin and in the respiratory and digestive systems. Margin notes provide definitions and pronunciation guides for scientific terms. The color microphotographs are striking, and the informal text tries to reassure readers of the normalcy of hosting these creatures. Ind.