{"product_id":"9788419294333","title":"Star travelers","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStar travelers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStar Travelers offers a provocative vision regarding the origin and destiny of humanity, rethinking the fundamental role of bacteria and viruses in life on Earth. The author, José Luis Sabater, invites the reader to question established beliefs about evolution, immunity, and genetics, presenting a hypothesis in which these microorganisms are not only essential for our existence, but also condition our health and survival. An illustrated work that challenges conventional scientific paradigms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book explores a series of questions that challenge the traditional view of biology. It proposes that bacteria and viruses are not mere pathogens, but the true architects of life on Earth. It examines the possibility that the appearance of mammals, including humans, was a sudden and simultaneous event following the extinction of the dinosaurs, and that their reproduction and continuity depend directly on viruses. Furthermore, it analyzes the immune system as the most perfect biological machine for fighting diseases, including cancer, conditioned by diet and the environment. Finally, it warns about the risks of human genetic manipulation, the consequences of which could be devastating for all living beings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin of life and the role of microorganisms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSudden evolution of mammals and their relationship with viruses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFunction of the immune system in disease prevention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eInfluence of diet and the environment on health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRisks of human genetic manipulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at readers interested in science communication, biology, and the life sciences, especially those looking for alternative and provocative perspectives on evolution, genetics, and the relationship between microorganisms and humanity. It is also suitable for those who enjoy works that question established dogmas and propose innovative hypotheses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book contributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA critical review of conventional theories on the origin of life and evolution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA new understanding of the essential role of bacteria and viruses in human existence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eReflections on the complexity of the immune system and its relationship with lifestyle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA well-founded warning about the potential dangers of uncontrolled genetic engineering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sabater, José Luis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mandala Ediciones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Science communication, Biology, Life sciences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miscellaneous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 62\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 164 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStar Travelers is presented as a bold, illustrated work of popular science, ideal for readers seeking a different perspective on fundamental topics in biology. Its approach, which places bacteria and viruses at the center of creation and evolution, invites debate and reflection. Although brief, the book condenses complex and provocative ideas that may be of great interest to those drawn to the frontiers of scientific knowledge and unconventional theories.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MANDALA EDICIONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53408083444059,"sku":"9788419294333","price":14.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841929433.jpg?v=1781859230","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788419294333","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}