Top 10 Microbiology Textbooks

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Editor's Notes

March 08, 2019:

There are really two types of people who will seek out the titles on this list: those who are enrolled in related courses and those who want to teach themselves. If you're in an introductory class at the high school or college level, it's highly likely your professor has recommended Microbiology: An Introduction, as it's a trusted resource that walks students through the necessary concepts. But if you're learning on your own, then the number two pick from OpenStax is a great choice, and you just can't beat the price of the E-book version. Other selections on the list are more specialized, though you'll get the most bang for your buck with Koneman's Color Atlas, which is good for educational purposes and also something you can keep around as a reference tool whenever you need to brush up on something.

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The 10 Best Microbiology Textbooks

1. Microbiology: An Introduction

2. OpenStax Microbiology

3. Koneman's Color Atlas

4. E-Z Microbiology

5. Techniques in Microbiology

6. Textbook of Microbiology & Immunology

7. Textbook of Diagnostic Microbiology

8. Microbiology with Diseases by Taxonomy

9. Microbiology: A Systems Approach

10. Foundations in Microbiology

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