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Exploring the interplay between microorganisms and historical events, the book delves into how epidemics have influenced wars, medicine, and societal structures. Irwin W. Sherman highlights significant diseases, like cholera and the bubonic plague, showcasing their roles in shaping disciplines such as epidemiology and education. The narrative also addresses the darker side of epidemics, revealing how fear and misunderstanding have led to discrimination and scapegoating against certain groups. Through these threads, the book illustrates the profound impact of plagues on human history.
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The Power of Plagues, Irwin W. Sherman
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- The Power of Plagues
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- anglicky
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- Irwin W. Sherman
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- Amer Society for Microbiology
- ISBN10
- 1555813569
- ISBN13
- 9781555813567
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- Exploring the interplay between microorganisms and historical events, the book delves into how epidemics have influenced wars, medicine, and societal structures. Irwin W. Sherman highlights significant diseases, like cholera and the bubonic plague, showcasing their roles in shaping disciplines such as epidemiology and education. The narrative also addresses the darker side of epidemics, revealing how fear and misunderstanding have led to discrimination and scapegoating against certain groups. Through these threads, the book illustrates the profound impact of plagues on human history.