No. That’s unlawful distribution. You can lend your physical book, but not a digital copy.
Yes, the final section includes staining techniques, culture media preparation, antibiotic sensitivity testing (Kirby-Bauer), and lab safety.
Aim for the 9th edition (latest). If budget is tight, the 8th edition (2018-2019) is acceptable for basic bacteriology but check errata for viral/immunology updates.
| Resource | Type | Key Feature | |----------|------|-------------| | (microbiologyonline.org) | Website | Free modules from Society for General Microbiology | | NIH PubMed Bookshelf | Digital books | Searchable microbiology textbooks (older, but fundamentals valid) | | Kenhub Microbiology | Free articles | Great for visual learners | | ePG Pathshala (India) | Video lectures + PDFs | Government-funded, aligns with Indian curriculum | | OpenStax Microbiology | Free textbook (PDF) | Full-color, peer-reviewed, downloadable legally |