Panic in Level 4 : Cannibals, Killer Viruses, and Other Journeys to the Edge

Description: Panic in Level 4 : Cannibals, Killer Viruses, and Other Journeys to the Edge. Bizarre illnesses and plagues that kill people in the most unspeakable ways. Obsessive and inspired efforts by scientists to solve mysteries and save lives. From The Hot Zone to The Demon in the Freezer and beyond, Richard Preston’s bestselling works have mesmerized readers everywhere by showing them strange worlds of nature they never dreamed of. Panic in Level 4 is a grand tour through the eerie and unforgettable universe of Richard Preston, filled with incredible characters and mysteries that refuse to leave one’s mind. Here are dramatic true stories from this acclaimed and award-winning author, including: • The phenomenon of “self-cannibals,” who suffer from a rare genetic condition caused by one wrong letter in their DNA that forces them to compulsively chew their own flesh–and why everyone may have a touch of this disease. • The search for the unknown host of Ebola virus, an organism hidden somewhere in African rain forests, where the disease finds its way into the human species, causing outbreaks of unparalleled horror. • The brilliant Russian brothers–“one mathematician divided between two bodies”–who built a supercomputer in their apartment from mail-order parts in an attempt to find hidden order in the number pi (π). In fascinating, intimate, and exhilarating detail, Richard Preston portrays the frightening forces and constructive discoveries that are currently roiling and reordering our world, once again proving himself a master of the nonfiction narrative and, as noted in The Washington Post, “a science writer with an uncommon gift for turning complex biology into riveting page-turners.” ⭐️Check out all of the great books, foods, and beauty products we have available for sale! ⭐️ STORE POLICY: -To maintain sanitary purposes and quality, we do not accept returns on personal items such as cosmetics or skincare that are opened from packaging or used. Thank you for understanding. -We DO NOT ship Internationally or to Puerto Rico -Please contact seller with any question or inquiries PRIOR to bidding or buying.

Price: 7.99 USD

Location: New Providence, New Jersey

End Time: 2024-08-07T21:03:06.000Z

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