Bubonic Panic: When Plague Invaded America (Deadly Diseases)

Jarrow, Gail

ISBN 10: 1620917386 / ISBN 13: 9781620917381

Published by Calkins Creek, 2016

Good condition ex-library book with usual library markings and stickers. Seller Inventory # 00093307437

Synopsis:

Uncover the true story of America''s first plague epidemic in 1900 in this book is perfect to share with young readers looking for a historical perspective of the Covid-19/Coronavirus pandemic that recently gripped the world.

In March 1900, San Francisco''s health department investigated a strange and horrible death in Chinatown. A man had died of bubonic plague, one of the world''s deadliest diseases. But how could that be possible? Acclaimed author and scientific expert Gail Jarrow brings the history of a medical mystery to life in vivid and exciting detail for young readers. She spotlights the public health doctors who desperately fought to end it, the political leaders who tried to keep it hidden, and the brave scientists who uncovered the plague''s secrets. This title includes photographs and drawings, a glossary, a timeline, further resources, an author''s note, and source notes.

About the Author: Gail Jarrow's books have earned many awards, including the YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults, a Sibert Honor, Orbis Pictus Honor, YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction finalist, a Notable Social Studies Trade Book, NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book and Best STEM book, The Jefferson Cup Award, a Eureka! Gold Award, as well as Kirkus Reviews and School Library Journal Best Books and VOYA Honor Book distinctions. She lives in Ithaca, New York. Visit gailjarrow.com.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Bubonic Panic: When Plague Invaded America (...
Publisher: Calkins Creek
Publication Date: 2016
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good