What Was the Plague?
What Was the Plague? by Roberta Edwards, published by Penguin on November 9, 2021, is a 112-page exploration of the Black Death, the deadliest pandemic in human history. This book delves into the origins of the plague, its spread across Asia, Africa, and Europe in the fourteenth century, and the societal reactions to this catastrophic event. With a focus on historical context, the author presents a detailed account of how the pandemic unfolded and its lasting impact on the world.
Readers will find a wealth of information complemented by 80 black-and-white illustrations and a 16-page photo insert, enhancing the understanding of this significant historical event. The book addresses topics related to health, diseases, and the historical implications of pandemics, making it a valuable resource for those interested in juvenile nonfiction. This edition is presented in English and is designed to engage young readers with its informative content and visual elements.
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Oh, rats! It’s time to take a deeper look at what caused the Black Death–the deadliest pandemic recorded in human history.
While the coronavirus COVID-19 changed the world in 2020, it still isn’t the largest and deadliest pandemic in history. That title is held by the Plague. This disease, also known as the “Black Death,” spread throughout Asia, Africa, and Europe in the fourteenth century and claimed an astonishing 50 million lives by the time it officially ended. Author Roberta Edwards takes readers back to these grimy and horrific years, explaining just how this pandemic began, how society reacted to the disease, and the impact it left on the world.
With 80 black-and-white illustrations and an engaging 16-page photo insert, readers will be excited to read this latest additon to Who HQ!
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