Summary & Analysis - The Great Influenza - Based On The Book By John M Barry

Golden Books Publishing

Beschreibung

SUMMARY & ANALYSIS 
  
THE GREAT INFLUENZA 
BASED ON THE BOOK BY JOHN M. BARRY 
  
SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: GOLDEN BOOKS PUBLISHING 
  
CONTENT 
The Dawn of Scientific Medicine 
The Hopkins Circle 
The Rockefeller Institute 
The World at War 
The First Wave 
The Second Wave 
The Laboratories 
The Aftermath 
Lessons Learned 
Analysis 
  
ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK 
In "The Great Influenza: The Story of the Deadliest Pandemic in History," author John M. Barry chronicles the devastating impact of the 1918 influenza pandemic, weaving together scientific inquiry with human drama. The book explores the desperate search for the cause of the disease, tracing the efforts of scientists like William Park and Oswald Avery as they grappled with limited knowledge and rudimentary tools to unravel the mysteries of the virus. Barry delves into the social, economic, and psychological ramifications of the pandemic, exposing the fragility of public health systems and the devastating consequences of misinformation and fear. The narrative highlights the enduring lessons learned from this global tragedy, underscoring the importance of scientific research, public health preparedness, and effective communication in combating emerging infectious disease threats.

Dauer: 25 Minuten (00:24:57)
Veröffentlichungsdatum: 18.01.2025; Unabridged; Copyright Year: — Copyright Statment: —