
By Percy Leed
Part of the Deadly Diseases series
Uncover the secrets of the bubonic plague and its deadly spread.
Journey back to the fourteenth century as the bubonic plague devastates Europe. Explore the mysterious germ behind the illness, the role of fleas in its spread, and the desperate measures taken to contain it. As you delve into this gripping tale of survival and science, you'll face a challenge: can you diagnose which patient is afflicted by this ancient scourge? Unravel the mysteries of history's deadliest disease and test your knowledge in this captivating exploration of the past.
The bubonic plague wreaked havoc in the fourteenth century. Learn about the germ that causes the illness, how fleas spread it, and how putting sailors in quarantine slowed the spread. Dive deep into the Deadly Diseases series–part of the UpDog Books(TM) collection. Discover what causes these illnesses, the symptoms behind them, and what is being done to stop the spread. At the end of the book, read two patients’ symptoms and decide which one has the sickness.
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