The History of the World in 12 Diseases

A History of the World in12 Diseases focuses on the key diseases and infections that have shaped the modern world as we know it.

A History of the World in12 Diseases focuses on the key diseases and infections that have shaped the modern world as we know it.

This book chronicles the diseases that have changed the world, helped us to develop vaccines and technology, and ultimately altered the course of history. It includes early medieval infections right up to the recent Covid-19 pandemic, examining the impact they’ve had and how they still affect us today. 

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