Anopheles Gambiae in Brazil, 1930 to 1940 : Literary Licensing, LLC : 9781258463151 : 1258463156 : 01 Sep 2012 : ""Anopheles Gambiae In Brazil, 1930 To 1940"" is a scientific book written by Fred Lowe Soper. The book focuses on the study of Anopheles gambiae, a mosquito species that is known to transmit the deadly malaria parasite. The author specifically examines the presence of this mosquito species in Brazil during the period of 1930 to 1940.Soper's research is based on his own experiences as a public health officer in Brazil during this time. He provides detailed descriptions of the mosquito's physical characteristics, habits, and distribution in Brazil. He also discusses the measures taken by the Brazilian government to control the spread of malaria, including the use of insecticides and the draining of swamps and other mosquito breeding grounds.The book also includes a historical perspective on the study of malaria and the efforts to control it worldwide. Soper's work is consider