The power of plagues

Offers an examination of epidemic diseases within a historical context. This volume presents the science of plagues in an understandable and accessible manner, describing the nature and evolution of diseases and conveying their significance in shaping Western culture and civilization. Chapters present individual, independent plague stories complemented by relevant and historical illustrations. Contemporary and emerging diseases are comprehensively detailed.

שנה

2006

שפה

English

הוצאה

ASM Press

מהדורות

1

עמודים

431

ISBN

9781555813567

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