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Ghost Map : The Story of London's Most Terrifying Epidemic--And How It Changed Science, Cities, and the Modern World by Steven Johnson (2007, Uk-B Format Paperback)

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PublisherPenguin Publishing Group
ISBN-101594482691
ISBN-139781594482694
eBay Product ID (ePID)59025448

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Number of Pages336 Pages
Publication NameGhost Map : The Story of London's Most Terrifying Epidemic--And How It Changed Science, Cities, and the Modern World
LanguageEnglish
SubjectEurope / Great Britain / Victorian Era (1837-1901), Diseases / Contagious, Infectious Diseases, Europe / Great Britain / General, History, Epidemiology, Sociology / Urban
Publication Year2007
TypeTextbook
AuthorSteven Johnson
Subject AreaHealth & Fitness, Social Science, Science, History, Medical
FormatUk-B Format Paperback

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Item Weight9.2 Oz
Item Length8.3 in
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Reviews"The simultaneously macro and micro examination of a hugely pivotal moment, both in the understanding of disease and the growth of cities. Highly informative, deeply entertaining, meticulously assembled. Splendid." -- William Gibson, "The simultaneously macro and micro examination of a hugely pivotal moment, both in the understanding of disease and the growth of cities. Highly informative, deeply entertaining, meticulously assembled. Splendid."-- William Gibson
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Edition23
Grade FromTwelfth Grade
IllustratedYes
Grade ToUP
Dewey Decimal614.5140942109034
Table Of ContentThe Ghost MapPreface Monday, August 28 The Night-Soil Men Saturday, September 2 Eyes Sunk, Lips Dark Blue Sunday, September 3 The Investigator Monday, September 4 That Is To Say, Jo Has Not Yet Died Tuesday. September 5 All Smell Is Disease Wednesday, September 6 Building The Case Friday, September 8 The Pump Handle Conclusion The Ghost Map Epilogue Broad Street Revisited Author's Note Acknowledgments Appendix: Notes on Further Reading Notes Bibliography Index
SynopsisA National Bestseller, a New York Times Notable Book, and an Entertainment Weekly Best Book of the Year from the author of Extra Life "By turns a medical thriller, detective story, and paean to city life, Johnson's account of the outbreak and its modern implications is a true page-turner." -- The Washington Post "Thought-provoking." --Entertainment Weekly It's the summer of 1854, and London is just emerging as one of the first modern cities in the world. But lacking the infrastructure-garbage removal, clean water, sewers-necessary to support its rapidly expanding population, the city has become the perfect breeding ground for a terrifying disease no one knows how to cure. As the cholera outbreak takes hold, a physician and a local curate are spurred to action-and ultimately solve the most pressing medical riddle of their time. In a triumph of multidisciplinary thinking, Johnson illuminates the intertwined histories of the spread of disease, the rise of cities, and the nature of scientific inquiry, offering both a riveting history and a powerful explanation of how it has shaped the world we live in., From the New York Times bestselling author of How We Got To Now and Farsighted, a National Bestseller, a New York Times Notable Book, and an Entertainment Weekly Best Book of the Year From Steven Johnson, the dynamic thinker routinely compared to James Gleick, Dava Sobel, and Malcolm Gladwell, The Ghost Map is a riveting page-turner about a real-life historical hero, Dr. John Snow. It's the summer of 1854, and London is just emerging as one of the first modern cities in the world. But lacking the infrastructure -- garbage removal, clean water, sewers -- necessary to support its rapidly expanding population, the city has become the perfect breeding ground for a terrifying disease no one knows how to cure. As the cholera outbreak takes hold, a physician and a local curate are spurred to action-and ultimately solve the most pressing medical riddle of their time. In a triumph of multidisciplinary thinking, Johnson illuminates the intertwined histories and interconnectedness of the spread of disease, contagion theory, the rise of cities, and the nature of scientific inquiry, offering both a riveting history and a powerful explanation of how it has shaped the world we live in., A National Bestseller, a "New York Times" Notable Book, and an "Entertainment Weekly" Best Book of the Year It's the summer of 1854, and London is just emerging as one of the first modern cities in the world. But lacking the infrastructure-garbage removal, clean water, sewers-necessary to support its rapidly expanding population, the city has become the perfect breeding ground for a terrifying disease no one knows how to cure. As the cholera outbreak takes hold, a physician and a local curate are spurred to action-and ultimately solve the most pressing medical riddle of their time. In a triumph of multidisciplinary thinking, Johnson illuminates the intertwined histories of the spread of disease, the rise of cities, and the nature of scientific inquiry, offering both a riveting history and a powerful explanation of how it has shaped the world we live in., Bestselling author Johnson illuminates the intertwined histories of the spread of cholera in 19th-century London, the rise of cities, and the nature of scientific inquiry, offering both a riveting history and a powerful explanation of how it has shaped the world of today.
LC Classification NumberRC133.G6J64 2007

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  • by shazinnv
    29 Jul, 2020

    The story of an epidemic and how the cause was proved.

    Very interesting science non-fiction book about an epidemic. Some dry reading with more science or statistics than I needed but overall, a compelling story of how two men from very different backgrounds and with different goals came together to prove Cholera was caused not by odors or Miasma, but was a water-borne illness as all the cases could be traced to a single pump.

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  • by crochetgrandma42884
    21 Jul, 2020

    Good combination of information and ease of reading

    This is extremely vivid in its description of conditions in London at the times of the cholera outbreaks. Very informative while at the same time a relaxing read. Fascinating to follow the search for cause and prevention/cure of cholera.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by barryaksarben
    20 Jan, 2021

    Science saves lives

    This is a great read about the discovery of water born illnesses and how SCIENCE can save lives.

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  • by johnny-fingers1960
    07 May, 2020

    The Ghost Map.

    Brilliantly written story of how cholera was identified and transmitted. The writing is absolutely superb

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    14 Jun, 2016

    Interesting book

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    22 Jul, 2020

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    Excelente investigación y elegante estilo de escritura. Lo tecomiendo.

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    08 Mar, 2020

    Great book

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