{"title":"Charlotte Brives","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the insightful works of \u003cstrong\u003eCharlotte Brives\u003c\/strong\u003e, an influential author whose expertise lies in the realm of Education \u0026amp; Reference. With a focus on contemporary issues and emerging trends, Brives brings a unique perspective to the conversation about our society's future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer well-regarded book, \u003cem\u003eOur Viral Futures\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the impact of viral phenomena on our world, exploring how they shape our daily lives and global interactions. This thought-provoking work provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the intricate dynamics between human behaviour, technology, and the ever-evolving world we inhabit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCharlotte Brives’s writings are invaluable resources for those keen on understanding complex subjects, viewed through the lens of an expert who skilfully bridges the gap between academia and accessible reading. Perfect for educators, students, and any curious mind, her books are a must-read for anyone eager to stay informed and engaged.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"our-viral-futures-by-charlotte-brives-9780231221986","title":"Our Viral Futures","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncreasing bacterial resistance to antibiotics is one of today's greatest threats to public health. Yet a possible solution has emerged from a surprising source. Phage therapy deploys viruses called bacteriophages, \"bacteria eaters,\" to treat bacterial infections. What concerns—both biological and social—arise from using viruses in this way? What does phage therapy reveal about the links between humans and microbes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eOur Viral Futures\u003c\/em\u003e, Charlotte Brives examines the development and implications of this therapy, providing new ways to understand our interconnections with the microbial world. Considering patients seeking treatment for chronic infections, the establishment of new regulatory frameworks, and the complex processes of laboratory research and clinical trials, she highlights the complexity and variety of the relationships among humans, phages, and bacteria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrives places phage therapy in the context of the widespread use of antibiotics under industrial capitalism, which has deployed these treatments in order to enable ecologically devastating forms of mass production and consumption. She argues that the connections between human societies and microbial communities defy the usual categories through which science and medicine understand the world, giving rise to new moral and political questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInterdisciplinary and nuanced, \u003cem\u003eOur Viral Futures\u003c\/em\u003e poses a provocative challenge: Instead of continuing to assert that we can control and master microbes, we must learn to coexist with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47306925244652,"sku":"9780231221986","price":66.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8276563482270.jpg?v=1771069438"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/charlotte-brives.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}