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Author:

LaPierre, Yvette, 1963- author.

Title:

The bubonic plague / by Yvette LaPierre ; content consultant, Viveka Vadyvaloo, PhD.

Publisher:

Core Libraryan imprint of Abdo Publishing,

Copyright Date:

2022

Description:

48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.

Subject:

Plague--Juvenile literature.
Black Death--Juvenile literature.
Plague--History--Juvenile literature.
Communicable diseases--Juvenile literature.
Communicable diseases--Epidemiology--Juvenile literature.
Epidemics--History--Juvenile literature.

Other Authors:

Vadyvaloo, Viveka, consultant.
ABDO Publishing Company, publisher.
Core Library (Firm), publisher.

Notes:

Includes online resources and index.

Contents:

A terrifying disease -- The history of the Bubonic Plague -- The science of the Bubonic Plague -- Treating the Bubonic Plague -- Important dates -- Stop and think -- Glossary -- Online resources -- Learn more.

Summary:

"The bubonic plague has been responsible for some of the deadliest pandemics in history. One of them, known as the Black Death, killed millions of people in the 1300s CE. The Bubonic Plague explores the history and science behind this disease, as well as how it's treated. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index."-- Provided by publisher.

Series:

Deadly diseases

ISBN:

1532196563 (lib. bdg.)
9781532196560 (lib. bdg.)

OCLC:

(OCoLC)1300227061

Locations:

YEPF572 -- Marion Public Library (Marion)

HPPD845 -- Orange City Public Library (Orange City)

HRPE845 -- Sioux Center Public Library (Sioux Center)