Everything Is Tuberculosis
The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection
What's it about
What if the deadliest disease in human history wasn't a plague from the past, but a threat that’s still very much with us? Discover how tuberculosis has silently shaped our world, from medicine and politics to art, and why understanding its story is crucial for our future. You'll explore the surprising history of TB, uncovering how this persistent infection has influenced everything from romantic literature to modern public health. Learn why it continues to thrive, how it impacts millions today, and what its long, complex relationship with humanity reveals about our own vulnerabilities.
Meet the author
John Green is the 1 New York Times bestselling author of The Fault in Our Stars and the host of the acclaimed educational YouTube series Crash Course. His deep-seated passion for understanding complex systems, from human history to disease, led him to meticulously research the story of tuberculosis. This book represents the culmination of his years-long effort to unravel the medical, social, and personal histories woven into the fabric of our most persistent and deadly infectious disease, making its intricate story accessible to all.
What's it about
What if the deadliest disease in human history wasn't a plague from the past, but a threat that’s still very much with us? Discover how tuberculosis has silently shaped our world, from medicine and politics to art, and why understanding its story is crucial for our future. You'll explore the surprising history of TB, uncovering how this persistent infection has influenced everything from romantic literature to modern public health. Learn why it continues to thrive, how it impacts millions today, and what its long, complex relationship with humanity reveals about our own vulnerabilities.
Meet the author
John Green is the 1 New York Times bestselling author of The Fault in Our Stars and the host of the acclaimed educational YouTube series Crash Course. His deep-seated passion for understanding complex systems, from human history to disease, led him to meticulously research the story of tuberculosis. This book represents the culmination of his years-long effort to unravel the medical, social, and personal histories woven into the fabric of our most persistent and deadly infectious disease, making its intricate story accessible to all.
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