A Destroying Angel;: The Conquest of Smallpox in Colonial Boston, by Ola Elizabeth Winslow First Edition
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"A Destroying Angel: The Conquest of Smallpox in Colonial Boston" by Ola Elizabeth Winslow chronicles the significant struggle against smallpox in 18th-century Boston, highlighting the devastating impact of epidemics and the groundbreaking introduction of inoculation. Published in 1974, the book reflects on how this medical innovation transformed American culture, fostering a respect for scientific inquiry and observation. Winslow's narrative interweaves historical context with the hope of eventual eradication, offering a captivating exploration of a pivotal moment in public health that resonates in today's society. The book's relevance echoes through time, making it an essential read for those interested in the interplay of science and."
First edition / printing. Very mild shelfwear to jacket. Price not clipped.
Houghton Mifflin
Hardcover
ISBN: 0395184533
First Edition
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"A Destroying Angel: The Conquest of Smallpox in Colonial Boston" by Ola Elizabeth Winslow chronicles the significant struggle against smallpox in 18th-century Boston, highlighting the devastating impact of epidemics and the groundbreaking introduction of inoculation. Published in 1974, the book reflects on how this medical innovation transformed American culture, fostering a respect for scientific inquiry and observation. Winslow's narrative interweaves historical context with the hope of eventual eradication, offering a captivating exploration of a pivotal moment in public health that resonates in today's society. The book's relevance echoes through time, making it an essential read for those interested in the interplay of science and."
First edition / printing. Very mild shelfwear to jacket. Price not clipped.
Houghton Mifflin
Hardcover
ISBN: 0395184533
First Edition
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