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The White Plague: Tuberculosis, Man And Society
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In The White Plague, Ren And Jean Dubos Argue That The Great Increase Of Tuberculosis Was Intimately Connected With The Rise Of An Industrial, Urbanized Society Anda Much More Controversial Idea When This Book First Appeared Forty Years Agothat The Progress Of Medical Science Had Very Little To Do With The Marked Decline In Tuberculosis In The Twentieth Century.The White Plague Has Long Been Regarded As A Classic In The Social And Environmental History Of Disease. This Reprint Of The 1952 Edition Features New Introductory Writings By Two Distinguished Practitioners Of The Sociology And History Of Medicine. David Mechanic'S Foreword Describes The Personal And Intellectual Experience That Shaped Ren Dubos'S View Of Tuberculosis. Barbara Gutmann Rosenkrantz'S Historical Introduction Reexamines The White Plague In Light Of Recent Work On The Social History Of Tuberculosis. Her Thoughtprovoking Essay Pays Particular Attention To The Broader Cultural And Medical Assumptions About Sickness And Sick People That Inform A Societys Approach To The Conquest Of Disease.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'The White Plague'? A: 'The White Plague' discusses the relationship between the rise of tuberculosis and the evolution of industrial, urbanized society, and it argues that medical advancements had little impact on the decline of the disease.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by René Dubos and Jean Dubos, notable figures in the fields of sociology and the history of medicine.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This listing features a reissue of the original 1952 edition of 'The White Plague'.
- Q: How many pages does 'The White Plague' have? A: 'The White Plague' contains a total of 277 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is in new condition, providing a fresh reading experience.
- Q: What binding type does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The White Plague' published? A: 'The White Plague' was published on March 1, 1987.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book is categorized under Lung & Respiratory Diseases.
- Q: Is there any extra content in this edition? A: Yes, this reprint includes new introductory writings from experts in sociology and medical history.
- Q: What notable themes are explored in 'The White Plague'? A: The book explores themes related to societal views on tuberculosis, the impact of culture on disease management, and the historical context of medical science's role in public health.