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Epidemics and the Modern World explores the relationships between epidemics and key themes in modern history. Our institutions, colonial structures, relationships to animals, and perceptions of suffering, sexuality, race, and disability have all shaped and been shaped by these significant medical events.This book uses 'biographies' of epidemics such as plague, tuberculosis, and HIV/AIDS to explore the impact of disease on the development of modern societies from the fourteenth century to the present. Drawing on the most recent science of genetics, microbiology, and climatology, this text includes 'Science Focus' boxes that discuss important scientific concepts and technologies. Structured workshop sections with engaging primary sources help readers develop skills of interpretation and gain knowledge of key historical events.Epidemics and the Modern World assumes no prior experience with the history of science or medicine and is accessible for undergraduate students, while its challenging approach to the history of the modern world will engage readers of all levels and all interests.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Epidemics and the Modern World'? A: 'Epidemics and the Modern World' explores the relationships between epidemics and key themes in modern history, including how societal structures and perceptions have been shaped by significant medical events.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Mitchell Hammond.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Epidemics and the Modern World'? A: The book was published on January 16, 2020.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'Epidemics and the Modern World' has a total of 536 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for undergraduate students? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible for undergraduate students while still engaging readers of all levels.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Does the book include any scientific concepts or technologies? A: Yes, it includes 'Science Focus' boxes that discuss important scientific concepts and technologies related to epidemics.
- Q: What themes are discussed in the book? A: The book discusses themes such as colonial structures, perceptions of suffering, sexuality, race, and disability in relation to epidemics.
- Q: Is 'Epidemics and the Modern World' illustrated? A: Yes, this book is an illustrated edition.
- Q: What historical time periods does the book cover? A: The book covers the impact of epidemics from the fourteenth century to the present.