Biological Weapons: Using Nature to Kill

by Anna Collins

Overview

Throughout history, armies have used various kinds of germs to cripple their enemies. International treaties currently outlaw the use of biological weapons, but this does not necessarily mean that none are being developed. Through informative text, augmented by detailed infographics and sidebars, readers learn about the history of biological warfare and ways it can be avoided in the future. Annotated quotes from experts on this topic and discussion questions are also included to give readers a deeper understanding of the many facets of this complex topic.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781534562011
Publisher:	Greenhaven Publishing LLC
Publication date:	12/30/2017
Series:	Lucent Hot Topics Series
Pages:	104
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.60(d)
Age Range:	13 - 16 Years

Table of Contents

Foreword 4

Introduction What Are Biological Weapons? 6

Chapter 1 The Effects of Biological Agents 10

Chapter 2 Biological Warfare in the 20th Century 29

Chapter 3 Bioterrorism: A Growing Concern 45

Chapter 4 Fighting Biological Attacks 59

Chapter 5 Preparing for the Future 76

Notes 88

Discussion Questions 93

Organizations to Contact 95

For More Information 97

Index 99

Picture Credits 103

About the Author 104