Kept from All Contagion

The book explores the interconnected themes of various authors who challenge the prevailing notions of germ theory, particularly its implication that isolation offers protection. By examining their counternarratives, it uncovers a rich dialogue among these writers, revealing how their perspectives intersect and diverge in response to societal attitudes towards health and community. This analytical approach sheds light on overlooked literary connections and encourages a re-evaluation of the implications of isolation in public health discourse.