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Focusing on the impact of infectious diseases throughout history, this book examines various plagues such as smallpox, cholera, and AIDS, highlighting how cultural attitudes have shaped responses to these crises. John Aberth analyzes past societal reactions to disease, revealing lessons that remain relevant today, especially in the face of modern challenges like multidrug-resistant tuberculosis. The exploration of effective cultural strategies provides valuable insights into combating current and future health threats.
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Plagues in World History, John Aberth
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- Released
- 2011
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- Title
- Plagues in World History
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John Aberth
- Publisher
- RLPG/Galleys
- Released
- 2011
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 258
- ISBN13
- 9780742557055
- Category
- World history
- Description
- Focusing on the impact of infectious diseases throughout history, this book examines various plagues such as smallpox, cholera, and AIDS, highlighting how cultural attitudes have shaped responses to these crises. John Aberth analyzes past societal reactions to disease, revealing lessons that remain relevant today, especially in the face of modern challenges like multidrug-resistant tuberculosis. The exploration of effective cultural strategies provides valuable insights into combating current and future health threats.