The Discovery of Germs: A Graphic History

by Brandon Terrell, Josep Rural (Illustrator)

Overview

Earth is home to trillions of germs. But for most of human history, people didn't know germs existed! Healers of the past had different ideas about illnesses and their cures. They blamed illnesses on other causes and sometimes tried dangerous treatments.

The invention of tools such as the microscope changed everything, allowing doctors and scientists to see germs and study their effects. This vivid graphic history profiles the people who helped discover germs. Discover the ongoing breakthroughs in research—and germs' surprising benefits for safety and sustainable energy.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781728448695
Publisher:	Lerner Publishing Group
Publication date:	01/01/2022
Series:	Medical Breakthroughs
Pages:	32
Sales rank:	1,103,385
Product dimensions:	6.75(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.22(d)
Lexile:	GN830L (what's this?)
Age Range:	9 - 10 Years

About the Author

Brandon M. Terrell (1978–2021) was a talented storyteller, authoring more than one hundred books for children. He was a passionate reader, Star Wars enthusiast, amazing father, and devoted husband.

Josep Rural is a European illustrator who has worked on popular science projects such as medical apps and books about diseases. He has also worked on several European comic magazines and currently works for various humorous publications.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 What Are Germs? 4

Chapter 2 The Body's Natural Defense System 8

Chapter 3 Looking Closer 12

Chapter 4 Cures and the Future 22

Source Notes 29

Glossary 30

Further Information 31

Index 32