Uncover the historical grip of plague on cities, from medieval times to the modern era. This inter-disciplinary study delves into epidemic disease, urban environments, and vital disease prevention measures. Bringing together leading scholars, it explores how plague shaped city life and public health, featuring striking visualisations like maps of late nineteenth-century Bombay. A must-read for students of urban history, medical history, and anyone seeking to understand pandemics’ profound urban connections.