Essential Immunology is the best of the immunology primers. It clearly outdistances other textbooks in this area by its scope, its organization, its clarity, and its ability to convey a carefully balanced and up-to-date view of immunology. The medical student who first comes on the mysteries of immunology here, as well as the seasoned immunologist, will find it an adventure and joy to read. End-of-chapter summaries help review learned material Chapter begin with a summary of what's to come for easy navigation Contains a detailed glossary of terms and abbreviations