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In this 'frightening and fascinating masterpiece' (Walter Isaacson), David Quammen explores the true origins of HIV/AIDS.The real story of AIDShow it originated with a virus in a chimpanzee, jumped to one human, and then infected more than 60 million peopleis very different from what most of us think we know. Recent research has revealed dark surprises and yielded a radically new scenario of how AIDS began and spread. Excerpted and adapted from the book Spillover, with a new introduction by the author, Quammen's hairraising investigation tracks the virus from chimp populations in the jungles of southeastern Cameroon to laboratories across the globe, as he unravels the mysteries of when, where, and under what circumstances such a consequential 'spillover' can happen. An audacious search for answers amid more than a century of data, The Chimp and the River tells the haunting tale of one of the most devastating pandemics of our time.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Chimp & the River'? A: 'Chimp & the River' by David Quammen explores the origins of HIV/AIDS, detailing how the virus originated in chimpanzees and subsequently spread to humans, leading to a global pandemic.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Chimp & the River'? A: The author of 'Chimp & the River' is David Quammen, a renowned science writer known for his investigative work on diseases and their origins.
- Q: When was 'Chimp & the River' published? A: 'Chimp & the River' was published on February 16, 2015.
- Q: What is the page count of 'Chimp & the River'? A: 'Chimp & the River' contains 176 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Chimp & the River' a new book? A: Yes, 'Chimp & the River' is in new condition.
- Q: What is the edition of 'Chimp & the River'? A: 'Chimp & the River' is published as the first edition.
- Q: What category does 'Chimp & the River' fall under? A: 'Chimp & the River' falls under the category of AIDS literature.
- Q: What kind of research is presented in the book? A: The book presents extensive research on the origins of AIDS, including the transmission of the virus from chimpanzees to humans and the subsequent global impact.
- Q: Does 'Chimp & the River' include any additional content? A: Yes, 'Chimp & the River' includes a new introduction by the author, adapted from the book 'Spillover'.