Jean Meyer Barth is a Mexican historian and author of French origin. His academic career includes professorships at prestigious institutions such as the Sorbonne and the University of Paris. He focuses on historical subjects, with his works valued for their depth and analytical approach.
Exploring the intricacies of personal and collective experiences, this biography delves into the life of an individual whose journey reflects broader societal themes. It offers a candid look at challenges faced, triumphs achieved, and the impact of pivotal moments that shaped their identity. Through vivid storytelling and introspective insights, the narrative invites readers to connect with the subject on a profound level, highlighting the universal quest for understanding and meaning in life's complexities.
This book aims to provide an accessible, illustrated overview of common and biologically significant galls for students and professionals in the natural sciences, including biology, agronomy, and entomology. Galls are presented alongside their causative agents, organized by the systematic classification of parasites. The morphological descriptions are enhanced with biological details and brief studies on anatomy and cecidogenesis, illustrating the interaction between the parasite and the plant's adaptive responses. Unlike catalogues such as those by Houard, Buhr, or Felt, this work offers a systematic and biological perspective, akin to but more concise than Sorauer's and more contemporary than the cecidological studies of Küster and Ross. Given that the last comprehensive treatise on cecidology was published over twenty years ago, this book addresses the need for updated information. While it is more current, it does not claim to be exhaustive, as it is designed as a survey. For deeper insights, readers are encouraged to consult the referenced works. For detailed anatomy and cecidogenesis, Küster's and the recent treatise by Meyer & Maresquelle are recommended.
