Bechamp or Pasteur? A Lost Chapter in the History of Biology delves into the controversial debate between two prominent scientists of the 19th century: Antoine Béchamp and Louis Pasteur. While Pasteur is credited with developing the germ theory of disease, Béchamp proposed an alternative theory that microorganisms were naturally present in the body and played a role in disease development. This book examines the scientific rivalry and suggests that history has unfairly overlooked Béchamp’s contributions to biology. It presents an intriguing counter-narrative to the accepted story of Pasteur’s triumph. The leather-bound edition enhances the book’s value as an academic resource for those interested in the history of science, offering a new perspective on this pivotal moment in the development of biology and medicine.