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32 pp.
| Lerner/Hungry Tomato
| April, 2017
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LibraryISBN 978-1-5124-1557-5$26.65
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PaperISBN 978-1-5124-3075-2$7.99
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EbookISBN 978-1-5124-2709-7
(3)
4-6
Sickening History of Medicine series.
Illustrated by
Venitia Dean.
The emphasis here is on the gross and bizarre in the history of medicine and diseases. In each book, an introduction is followed by twelve sections covering the goriest details of past epidemics, unhygienic practices, ancient medicines (e.g., poisonous hemlock) and treatments (bloodletting), "quacks," and more. Cartoon characters with horrified and disgusted expressions illustrate the brief, engaging texts. Timeline. Glos., ind. Review covers these Sickening History of Medicine titles: Plague!, Quacks and Con Artists, Strange Medicine, and Tiny Killers.
(4)
4-6
Heinemann Infosearch: Deadly History series.
This simplified overview introduces three major bubonic plague pandemics: the Plague of Justinian, the Black Death, and the Modern Plague. Also discussed is the introduction of insecticides and antibiotics to help curtail the disease today. Other important, non-pandemic outbreaks of bubonic plague are confusingly interwoven in the eleven short sections, which are peppered with illustrations, photographs, charts, and sidebars. Reading list, timeline. Glos., ind.
197 pp.
| Boyds/Calkins
| April, 2016
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TradeISBN 978-1-62091-738-1$18.95
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EbookISBN 978-1-62979-562-1
(2)
YA
In her third book in this trilogy (Red Madness; Fatal Fever), Jarrow focuses on the nineteenth century, when the bubonic plague reared its ugly head in places like Hong Kong, Honolulu, and San Francisco. The thorough, fascinating treatment is complemented by a handsome design that includes numerous primary source artifacts. An exemplary contribution to the history of science and medicine. Timeline. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Jonathan Hunt
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
March, 2016
(3)
4-6
Blackthorn Key series.
Apothecary's apprentice Christopher (The Blackthorn Key) is tapped by traveling healer Galen to help produce a plague "cure." Christopher doubts the cure's authenticity and soon uncovers a conspiracy with Galen at the center. Though Sands portrays epidemic-stricken 1665 London as rampant with panic and superstition, Christopher's first-person narration, full of curiosity and humor, makes this fast-paced historical adventure fairly light.
(3)
YA
In 1348 Strasbourg, Natan (who is Jewish) and Elena (who is Christian) begin a tentative romance. Then Natan is murdered by anti-Semitic thugs--and he becomes an ibbur whose soul enters another's body, in this case Hans, a rival for Elena's affection. The story's urgency is borne out by history; an informative author's note tells more about anti-Semitism in medieval France. Glos.
(2)
4-6
Thirteen-year-old Lizzie is a smart, scientifically-minded girl, out of place in a San Francisco finishing school in 1900. Applying the scientific method to rumors of the bubonic plague in Chinatown, Lizzie faces the power of the media and racist political schemes as she attempts to rescue her Chinese housekeeper from quarantine. Appealing, convincing characters and a detail-rich setting keep the light mystery afloat.
Reviewer: Nina Lindsay
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
September, 2015
(4)
4-6
The mystical spy trio of Danny, Michael, and Opal (The Shadow Project) is joined by new agent Fuchsia. Together they embark on a time-traveling mission to save the world from an apocalyptic plague. The plot combines spy thriller with occult mysticism and urban legend in a story that defies credulity but has just enough real-world themes and events to stay somewhat grounded.
112 pp.
| ABDO
| January, 2011
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LibraryISBN 978-1-61714-762-3$34.22
(4)
YA
Essential Events series.
This book traces the deadly disease from the Justinian Plague (542–544 CE) through the European (1360s) and Chinese plagues (1855) to twentieth-century outbreaks. The search for the cause, spread, and methods of dealing with the pestilence are presented, along with key figures involved. Drawings, maps, and sidebars extend the readable narrative but crowd the pages. Reading list, timeline. Bib., glos., ind.
96 pp.
| Lucent
| June, 2011
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LibraryISBN 978-1-4205-0348-7$33.45
(4)
YA
World History series.
In these series entries, archival photographs or artwork reproductions and maps combine with dense texts to present thorough histories of the influenza virus and bubonic plague, including their past and present impacts on society. Sidebars with primary-source tidbits, along with explanations of scientific discoveries and advancements, provide additional information. Reading list, timeline, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these World History titles: Influenza Pandemics and The Black Death.
32 pp.
| Bearport
| August, 2010
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LibraryISBN 978-1-936088-03-4$25.27
(4)
4-6
Nightmare Plagues series.
The real-life stories of people suffering from the title diseases precede causes, symptoms, histories, modern cures, and prevention, all described in very broad strokes; final sections return to the personal stories. Each crowded spread includes multiple captioned photos; additional maps and text boxes appear throughout. Bulleted lists of outbreaks and facts are appended. Reading list. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Nightmare Plagues titles: Tuberculosis, Typhoid Fever, Bubonic Plague, Malaria, Smallpox, and The Flu of 1918.
144 pp.
| Morgan
| July, 2009
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LibraryISBN 978-1-59935-102-5$28.95
(3)
YA
Diseases in History series.
Examining the links between human behavior and four diseases that have caused epidemics or pandemics, Cunningham moves beyond recitation of facts to explore economic and geographical factors and draw conclusions about attempts to prevent and cure the diseases. Clear writing and well-selected examples support his arguments. Archival illustrations and color photographs show specifics of the diseases, historical records, and scientific research. Websites. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Diseases in History titles: Flu, HIV/AIDS, Malaria, and Plague.
272 pp.
| Running/Teens
| May, 2009
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TradeISBN 978-0-7624-3344-5$16.95
(4)
YA
Nell's uncanny resemblance to King Edward III's daughter, Princess Joan, becomes a curse after the princess dies of the plague and Nell is forced to impersonate her. Aided by a soldier, Nell and her brother flee the controlling and dangerous royal family. Despite its medieval setting, the story is less historical fiction than it is a marginally creepy and suspenseful extended chase scene.
152 pp.
| Roaring Brook
| May, 2009
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TradeISBN 978-1-59643-337-3$17.95
(3)
YA
Pale, strange Gwendoline, who learned about healing from her mother, has long lived under suspicion of witchcraft. When the Great Plague begins to invade her village, Gwen is immediately blamed and forced into hiding. Gwen's crisp first-person narration describing her resourceful methods of survival, along with attempts to save her romantic rival, enhance this compelling work.
(2)
YA
Fifteen-year-old orphan Danny and his foster mother move from London to Blackbriar, "a cottage...near the sea" that was a pesthouse during the seventeenth century's Great Plague. Combined with Danny's growing awareness of himself are his adventures in discovering the various secrets of the house. The story is mysterious and suspenseful, and its effectiveness lies in Sleator's characterizations and narrative skill.
160 pp.
| Twenty-First Century
| April, 2009
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LibraryISBN 978-0-8225-9076-7$38.60
(3)
YA
Pivotal Moments in History series.
This series explores events that had profound and long-lasting impacts on world civilizations. More than just a dry relating of facts and dates, the volumes dig deeper into the spread of Islam (Middle East) and the root causes and aftermath of the plague (Death). Numerous sidebars, illustrations, maps (there is a minor mistake in Middle East), and art reproductions provide additional information. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Pivotal Moments in History titles: The Arab Conquests of the Middle East and The Black Death.
127 pp.
| Chelsea
| September, 2008
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LibraryISBN 978-0-7910-9649-9$35.00
(3)
YA
Great Historic Disasters series.
The Black Death lasted five years and killed millions in Europe. This book explains the science and the social context of this epidemic, as well as its lasting impact on the continent. The wealth of information will satisfy report writers and other interested readers. Archival reproductions accompany the text. Reading list, timeline. Bib., glos., ind.
32 pp.
| Front
| October, 2007
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TradeISBN 978-1-59078-469-3$17.95
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K-3
In fourteenth-century Europe, a girl wanders the countryside looking for help after she escapes a town slowly dying of the plague. The narrative is sparse; panel illustrations tell most of the story through delicate-lined pen-and-ink pictures showing dark, death-filled towns, forlorn families, and corpses. Background knowledge about the Black Plague will aid understanding of this illustrated book for older readers.
254 pp.
| Greenwillow
| May, 2007
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TradeISBN 978-0-06-084119-5$15.99
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LibraryISBN 978-0-06-084120-1$16.89
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4-6
When plague strikes, a greedy friar drives Aurélie and Brind (Dogboy) from their home by blaming them for their mistress's death. During their flight to safety, the two must face their outlaw status as "plague-bringers." The story tends toward melodrama and lacks believability in places. The fictional scenario, however, effectively explains how superstition was easily manipulated into scapegoating in medieval England.
312 pp.
| Candlewick
| April, 2007
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TradeISBN 978-0-7636-3144-4$16.99
(2)
YA
Will Heywood and Susanna Thorn, the young Quaker lovers from No Shame, No Fear, resume their story, told in alternating voices and played out against the Great Plague and the Great Fire of London. The book meanders down soap opera–like paths laid over historical events. Still, Susanna and Will are so essentially nice that readers will want to make sure they survive.
Reviewer: Vicky Smith
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
May, 2007
56 pp.
| Raintree
| August, 2006
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LibraryISBN 1-4109-2278-2$32.86
(4)
4-6
When Disaster Struck series.
These volumes begin with a brief description of Vesuvius's eruption or the plague outbreak. Maps, paintings, photographs, sidebars, diagrams, and primary source materials on busy pages combine with a chronological narrative to provide a comprehensive discussion of the events leading to each tragedy, the human loss, and the medical and scientific technology currently available to predict and prevent similar disasters. Reading list, timeline, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these When Disaster Struck titles: Pompeii AD 79 and The Black Death 1347–1350.