Plagues upon the Earth: Disease and the Course of Human History
작성자
Kyle Harper
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History
Health & Wellness
형식
하드커버
페이지
704
언어
영어
출판됨
Oct 12, 2021
출판사
Princeton University Press
ISBN-10
069119212X
ISBN-13
9780691192123
설명
disease has shaped the world. The narrative unfolds the intricate relationship between humans and pathogens, revealing how these microscopic entities have influenced societal structures, economies, and even cultures throughout the ages.
Through a compelling blend of historical analysis and scientific insight, the author delves into the ways plagues have dictated the course of civilizations. From ancient outbreaks to modern pandemics, the story highlights the resilience and vulnerability of humanity in the face of relentless disease.
By exploring the interplay between human behavior and microbial evolution, the work illustrates that the struggles against disease have often prompted societal change and adaptation. It invites readers to reflect on the ongoing impact of pathogens and the lessons they carry for the future.
Through a compelling blend of historical analysis and scientific insight, the author delves into the ways plagues have dictated the course of civilizations. From ancient outbreaks to modern pandemics, the story highlights the resilience and vulnerability of humanity in the face of relentless disease.
By exploring the interplay between human behavior and microbial evolution, the work illustrates that the struggles against disease have often prompted societal change and adaptation. It invites readers to reflect on the ongoing impact of pathogens and the lessons they carry for the future.