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OverviewThis book comprehensively reviews the 10 most influential epidemics in history, going beyond morbid accounts of symptoms and statistics to tell the often forgotten stories of what made these epidemics so calamitous. Unlike other books on epidemics, which either focus on the science behind how microbes cause disease or tell first-person accounts of one particular disease, Epidemics: The Impact of Germs and Their Power over Humanity takes a holistic approach to explaining how these diseases have shaped who we are as a society. Each of the worst epidemic diseases is discussed from the perspective of how it has been a causative agent of change with respect to our history, religious traditions, social interactions, and technology. In looking at world history through the lens of epidemic diseases, readers will come to appreciate how much we owe to the oldest and smallest parasites. Adults and students interested in science and history—and especially anyone who appreciates a good story and has a healthy curiosity for the lesser-known facts of life—will find this book of interest. Health-care workers will also benefit greatly from this text, as will college students majoring in biology or a pre-health field. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Joshua S. LoomisPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Imprint: Praeger Publishers Inc Weight: 0.737kg ISBN: 9781440861420ISBN 10: 1440861420 Pages: 336 Publication Date: 18 January 2018 Recommended Age: From 7 to 17 years Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Tertiary & Higher Education , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsPreface Chapter 1 Microbes as Agents of Change Chapter 2 Plague Chapter 3 Smallpox Chapter 4 Malaria Chapter 5 Tuberculosis Chapter 6 Typhus Chapter 7 Yellow Fever Chapter 8 Cholera Chapter 9 Influenza Chapter 10 Polio Chapter 11 HIV/AIDS Chapter 12 The Future of Epidemic Disease Notes IndexReviewsAuthor InformationJoshua S. Loomis, PhD, is assistant professor of biology at East Stroudsburg University. He has taught courses in microbiology and epidemic disease for more than 12 years. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |