The Great Influenza
John M. Barry · 2000
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Why it endured
John Barry's definitive account of the 1918 flu pandemic that killed more people than World War I. A gripping narrative of science, politics, and public health — and a sobering lesson in how societies respond to catastrophic disease.
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“I've talked about John M. Barry's book The Great Influenza which is an incredible book that I think everyone should have read at the beginning of this pandemic”
“We’re living through an unprecedented time right now. But if you’re looking for a historical comparison, the 1918 influenza pandemic is as close as you’re going to get. Barry will teach you almost everything you need to know about one of the deadliest outbreaks in human history. Even though 1918 was a very different time from today, The Great Influenza is a good reminder that we’re still dealing with many of the same challenges.”