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Quarantine Life from Cholera to COVID19: What Pandemics Teach Us about Parenting, Work, Life, and Communities from the 1700s to Today

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SKU: 9781982172466

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Explore the history of pandemics from cholera to COVID-19 with “Quarantine Life.” Author Kari Nixon offers a captivating look at how epidemics have shaped parenting, work, and communities across centuries. Drawing parallels between historical outbreaks and the current pandemic, Nixon provides practical takeaways for navigating future health crises. Discover the lessons learned from smallpox, HIV, Ebola, and more, and gain insights into societal questions surrounding individual liberties, untested treatments, and quarantine effectiveness. (ISBN: 9781982172466)

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9781982172466
  • Publisher: Tiller Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Tiller Press
  • Height: 227 mm
  • No of Pages: 304
  • Spine Width: 30 mm
  • Weight: 392 gr
  • ISBN-10: 1982172460
  • Publisher Date: 15 Jun 2021
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Width: 226 mm

19 reviews for Quarantine Life from Cholera to COVID19: What Pandemics Teach Us about Parenting, Work, Life, and Communities from the 1700s to Today

  1. Kalamkar Pratik Purushottam

    The connections between cholera and COVID- are really interesting. Sometimes felt repetitive, but insightful nonetheless.

  2. Vasu Aggarwal

    Nixon provides a compelling narrative about pandemics. It’s both educational and thought-provoking. It’s an awesome read

  3. Vaibhav Agrawal

    This book offers a unique perspective on quarantine life. The historical context is extremely helpful and informative.

  4. Deep Prakash Ghuge

    I found the book informative, however, it felt repetitive in many sections.

  5. Anjali Agrawal

    Excellent book! I learned so much about the history of pandemics. Highly recommend it to anyone interested in public health.

  6. Nitika Nagar

    Well-researched and insightful! Nixon does a great job connecting past and present. It’s a bit academic at times, but worth the effort.

  7. Harshit Agrawal

    I found this book to be quite informative, though it could have been more engaging. Still, a valuable resource. It was okay.

  8. Govind Sharda

    Good comparison of historical pandemics, but it could be updated with more current stats.

  9. Nikunj Singhal

    Provides important context for understanding the current pandemic. Sometimes a little slow, but very informative.

  10. Prachi

    I was hoping for more practical advice, but it’s mostly historical analysis. Still interesting, just not what I expected.

  11. Devansh Arya

    A mixed bag. Some chapters were fascinating, while others felt a bit slow. Overall, I learned a lot.

  12. Ayush Deshwal

    A bit dry at times, but the information is valuable. It made me think about how societies respond to health crises. Not bad!

  13. Pradaksh Chatter

    A fascinating look at historical pandemics and their impact. Some parts were a bit dense, but overall a worthwhile read. I found the parenting aspect relatable.

  14. Bhukiya Sai Shreya

    I appreciated the historical perspective on quarantine life. It helped me understand the current situation better. Good read!

  15. Ishika Rammurti Pal

    An eye-opening examination of quarantine’s historical impact. Some sections are dry but overall a valuable read. Very informative.

  16. Rupal Singh

    A must-read for anyone interested in the history of pandemics! Nixon’s writing is clear and engaging. I’d give it five star.

  17. Aryan Khatri

    Interesting parallels drawn between past epidemics and COVID-. I wish there was more focus on solutions rather than just historical context.

  18. Simranjeet Singh Bhatia

    The author is very thorough. This book is an invaluable resource for understanding pandemics. You won’t be dissapointed.

  19. Namit Kumar Yadav

    A solid overview of pandemics throughout history. I especially liked the chapter on the impact on communities. It was good.

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