The Ghost Map by Steven Johnson
The Story of London's Most Terrifying Epidemic—and How It Changed Science, Cities, and the Modern World
The book explores the 1854 cholera outbreak in London, focusing on the efforts of Dr. John Snow and Reverend Henry Whitehead to trace the source of the epidemic. Through meticulous investigation and mapping, they identify a contaminated water pump on Broad Street as the outbreak's origin, challenging prevailing beliefs about disease transmission. The narrative highlights the intersection of urban development, scientific inquiry, and public health, illustrating how their groundbreaking work laid the foundation for modern epidemiology and transformed urban sanitation practices.
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- Published
- 2006
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
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