Publisher's Synopsis
Here is the only single volume to deal with all aspects of gram–positive pathogens. It addresses the mechanisms of gram–positive bacterial pathogenicity, including the current knowledge on gram–positive structure and mechanisms of antibiotic resistance. Emphasizing streptococci, staphylococci, listeria and spore–forming pathogens, this book includes chapters written by many of the leading researchers in these areas. The chapters systematically dissect these organisms biologically, genetically and immunologically in an attempt to understand the strategies used by these bacteria to cause human disease. ∗ only single text devoted to gram–positive pathogenic bacteria ∗ current information on structure through pathogenic mechanisms ∗ antibiotic resistance mechanisms are covered in detail ∗ appendix identifies key internet sites for gram–positive and related fields
