Microscopic (Hardcover)

"Scary Creatures" is an entertaining series investigating the more grisly aspects of natural history. From single-cell nasties to dog-bothering fleas, some of these creatures are likely to get under your skin! This book takes an in-depth look at the parasitic nature of microscopic creatures, how they feed, and just why such invisble creatures can be a pest to humans and plants alike. "Scary Creatures: Microscopic Creatures" is packed with facts written in an accessible question-and-answer format. Special x-ray pages enable readers to see how microscopic creatures burrow under the skin and how they destroy crops. The book features startlingly realistic illustrations and impressive photographs.