Quarantine Life from Cholera to Covid-19: What Pandemics Teach Us about Parenting, Work, Life, and Communities from the 1700s to Today

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Exploring the histories of various epidemics, this book delves into their societal impacts and the lessons learned from each outbreak. It draws parallels to the ongoing battle against the novel coronavirus, offering insights into how diseases shape human behavior and societal structures. Targeted at fans of Mary Roach and Jared Diamond, it provides a thought-provoking examination of the relationship between epidemics and culture, emphasizing the importance of understanding our past to navigate present challenges.