Title
American Pandemic: The Lost Worlds of the 1918 Influenza Epidemic,Used
Delivery time: 8-12 business days (International)
Between the years 1918 and1920, influenza raged around the globe in the worst pandemic in recorded history, killing at least fifty million people, more than half a million of them Americans. Yet despite the devastation, this catastrophic event seems but a forgotten moment in our nation's past.American Pandemic offers a muchneeded corrective to the silence surrounding the influenza outbreak. It sheds light on the social and cultural history of Americans during the pandemic, uncovering both the causes of the nation's public amnesia and the depth of the quiet remembering that endured. Focused on the primary players in this dramapatients and their families, friends, and community, public health experts, and health care professionalshistorian Nancy K. Bristow draws on multiple perspectives to highlight the complex interplay between social identity, cultural norms, memory, and the epidemic. Bristow has combed a wealth of primary sources, including letters, diaries, oral histories, memoirs, novels, newspapers, magazines, photographs, government documents, and health care literature. She shows that though the pandemic caused massive disruption in the most basic patterns of American life, influenza did not create longterm social or cultural change, serving instead to reinforce the status quo and the differences and disparities that defined American life.As the crisis waned, the pandemic slipped from the nation's public memory. The helplessness and despair Americans had suffered during the pandemic, Bristow notes, was a story poorly suited to a nation focused on optimism and progress. For countless survivors, though, the trauma never ended, shadowing the remainder of their lives with memories of loss. This book lets us hear these longsilent voices, reclaiming an important chapter in the American past.
By changing our most important processes and
products, we have already made a big leap forward. This ranges from the
increased use of more sustainable fibers to the use of more
environmentally friendly printing processes to the development of
efficient waste management in our value chain.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Related Products
You may also like
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'American Pandemic: The Lost Worlds of the 1918 Influenza Epidemic'? A: The book focuses on the social and cultural history of Americans during the 1918 influenza pandemic, exploring how it affected individuals and communities while revealing the reasons behind the public's amnesia surrounding this devastating event.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'American Pandemic' is Nancy K. Bristow, a historian who uses a variety of primary sources to illustrate the impact of the influenza epidemic.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 296 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'American Pandemic' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'American Pandemic' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 2017.
- Q: Is this book in new condition? A: Yes, the book is listed as 'New' and is in pristine condition.
- Q: What themes does the book address? A: The book addresses themes such as public health, social identity, cultural norms, memory, and the long-term effects of the pandemic on American life.
- Q: Does the book include personal accounts or primary sources? A: Yes, Nancy K. Bristow uses a wealth of primary sources, including letters, diaries, oral histories, and government documents, to provide a comprehensive view of the pandemic.
- Q: What is the significance of the book's exploration of the influenza pandemic? A: The book seeks to reclaim an important chapter in American history by highlighting the trauma and experiences of survivors that have largely been forgotten.
- Q: Is there an edition of this book other than the reprint? A: The listing specifies this as a reprint edition; further details regarding other editions may not be available.