Bubonic Panic: When Plague Invaded America

Uncovering the true story of America's first plague epidemic in 1900, this book is perfect to share with young readers looking for a historical perspective of the Covid-19/Coronavirus pandemic that is gripping the world today.

In March 1900, San Francisco's health department investigated a strange and horrible death in Chinatown. A man had died of bubonic plague, one of the world's deadliest diseases. But how could that be possible? Acclaimed author and scientific expert Gail Jarrow brings the history of a medical mystery to life in vivid and exciting detail for young readers. She spotlights the public health doctors who desperately fought to end it, the political leaders who tried to keep it hidden, and the brave scientists who uncovered the plague's secrets. This title includes photographs and drawings, a glossary, a timeline, further resources, an author's note, and source notes.

A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year
A New York Public Library Best Book for Teens

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Calkins Creek Books
Published: 05/10/2016
ISBN: 9781620917381
Pages: 200
Weight: 2.00lbs
Size: 10.10h x 8.30w x 0.90d

Review Citations: School Library Journal 02/01/2016 pg. 124
Kirkus Reviews 02/15/2016
Booklist 03/01/2016 pg. 63
Horn Book Magazine 03/01/2016 pg. 108
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 04/01/2016
Publishers Weekly 05/23/2016
School Library Journal 12/01/2016 pg. 39

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 181319 / Bubonic Panic: When Plague Invaded America
Reading Level: 7.7 / Interest Level: Middle Grade / Point Value: 6