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It has long been recognized that an important factor in human evolution has been the struggle against infectious disease. From the historical beginnings of Haldane's original hypothesis to current research, this book strives to evaluate infectious diseases from an evolutionary perspective. It provides a survey of the latest information related to major infections, such as malaria, influenza and leishmaniasis. Written by leading authorities in the field, this unique reference will appeal to those working in microbiology, parasitology, immunology and infectious disease medicine, as well as genetics, evolutionary biology and epidemiology.