The Great Influenza

Explore the gripping history of one of the deadliest pandemics ever recorded with 'The Great Influenza.' This compelling narrative details the origins of the influenza virus that emerged during World War I, tracing its path from an army camp in Kansas to a global catastrophe that claimed the lives of approximately 100 million people. Readers will delve into the harrowing facts of the 1918 influenza outbreak, which resulted in more losses in 24 months than AIDS saw in 24 years and more deaths in just a year than the Black Death did in a century. This B-format paperback, published by Penguin UK in 2020, is a must-read for anyone fascinated by the intersection of science and public health crisis. Through extensive research, the author offers a profound understanding of how societies respond to epidemics and highlights the lessons learned as we navigate the ongoing challenges posed by Covid-19 and future pandemics. With 544 informative pages, 'The Great Influenza' is more than just a historical account; it’s a sobering reminder of the fragile balance between humanity and disease. Perfect for history enthusiasts, public health professionals, and anyone interested in infectious diseases, this book delivers a thrilling yet educational reading experience. Enjoy FREE shipping with your order and allow up to 10 days for delivery. Order now to gain insight into a critical event that shaped modern medicine and society's understanding of infectious diseases.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241991565
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 544


Description:
At the height of WWI, history's most lethal influenza virus erupted in an army camp in Kansas, moved east with American troops, then exploded, killing as many as 100 million people worldwide. It killed more people in twenty-four months than AIDS killed in twenty-four years, more in a year than the Black Death killed in a century. But this was not the Middle Ages, and 1918 marked the first collision of science and epidemic disease.

Magisterial in its breadth of perspective and depth of research, The Great Influenza is ultimately a tale of triumph amid tragedy, which provides us with a precise and sobering model as we confront the aftermath of Covid-19 and future pandemics looming on the horizon.


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