Description - Fatal Fever: Tracking Down Typhoid Mary by Gail Jarrow
Learn about the 1907 outbreak of typhoid fever and "Typhoid Mary" in this book perfect toshare with young readers interested in a historical perspective of theCOVID-19 pandemic that is gripping the world today - including a NEW chapter!
This engrossing story reveals the facts behind Mary Mallon, a hardworking Irish cook hired by several of New York's well-to-do families, who ultimately came to be known as "Typhoid Mary". Read how Maryunwittingly spread deadly bacteria, the ways an epidemiologist discovered her trail of infection, and how the health department ultimately decided her fate.Young readers will be on the edges of their seats wondering what happened to Mary and the innocent typhoid victims. The book includes a new chapter about the COVID-19 pandemic, a glossary, timeline, list of well-known typhoid sufferers and victims, further resource section, author's note, and source notes.
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