Description
- Part of series: Very Short Introductions
- Print length: 138 pages
- Language: English
- Publisher: Oxford Univ Pr
- Publication date: 1 September 2021
- Dimensions: 17.27 x 1.02 x 10.67 cm
- ISBN-10: 0198871112
- ISBN-13: 978-0198871118
Original price was: ₹350.00.₹332.50Current price is: ₹332.50.
Explore the profound and devastating history of plague with “Plague: A Very Short Introduction” by Paul Slack, available at The Bookish Owl. This insightful book delves into the catastrophic impact of plague throughout history, from the Plague of Justinian and the Black Death to modern pandemics like Coronavirus. Slack examines how societies interpreted and responded to these outbreaks, their lasting influence on art, literature, and public health, and the evolution of our understanding through recent scientific discoveries. Discover how plague has shaped our world and continues to inform notions of health and governance. A concise and essential read for anyone interested in history, public health, and the resilience of humanity.
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