The Mosquito: A Human History of Our Deadliest Predator

This narrative weaving of science and history is well done and engaging. I was surprised by how short the time that the mosquito was really “a problem” for North America, and also how challenging mosquito-born disease has been, and continues to be, for people throughout the world.

I enjoyed learning this layer of history - like the book, Salt, the Mosquito gives you a hyper focused view of one major influence on human development along with the bigger picture.

I'd recommend this book for people who enjoy history and science. It'd be fine for junior high on up.