Written by Herbert Fox, a leading bacteriologist and protozoologist of his time, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the subject matter for nurses. It covers the basics of microbiology, including the morphology, physiology, and classification of bacteria and protozoa. This book is an essential resource for anyone studying microbiology or for nurses looking to expand their knowledge and skills. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.