Publisher Description

In 2014, the world faces a global crisis as the Ebola epidemic threatens to spread from Western Africa across the planet. Even before recorded history began, disease has plagued human civilisations, claiming more lives than natural disasters and warfare combined. Using an interdisciplinary approach, Sean Martin's A Short History of Disease chronicles the historical and geographical evolution of infectious and non-infectious diseases, from their prehistoric origins to the present day, offering a comprehensive, accessible guide to ailments.

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Provides a concise history of infectious and non-infectious diseases, complete with the most up-to-date research of 2014's Ebola outbreak. Covers everything from the Black Death to Spanish flu, syphilis and AIDS.

Author Biography

Sean Martin is a writer, poet, and filmmaker. He is the author of "Alchemy and Alchemists," "Andrei Tarkovsky," "The Cathars," "The Gnostics," "The Knights Templar," and "New Waves in Cinema." His films include "Lanterna Magicka: Bill Douglas & the Secret History of Cinema" and "Folie A Deux."

Description for Sales People

Provides a concise and accessible history of infectious and non-infectious diseases. Includes up to date research on 2014's Ebola outbreak. Covers a wide range of diseases from the Black Death and Spanish Flu to syphilis and AIDS. Part of the bestselling Short History series. A timely work of popular history from acclaimed historian, Sean Martin .

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