An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793 (Newbery Honor Book)
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Manufacturer: Clarion Books
Written By: Jim Murphy
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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 614.541097481109033
EAN: 9780395776087
ISBN: 0395776082
Label: Clarion Books
Manufacturer: Clarion Books
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 176
Publication Date: 2003-06-23
Publisher: Clarion Books
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Studio: Clarion Books
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Editorial Reviews for An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793 (Newbery Honor Book)
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1793, Philadelphia. The nation"s capital and the largest city in North America is devastated by an apparently incurable disease, cause unknown . . .
In a powerful, dramatic narrative, critically acclaimed author Jim Murphy describes the illness known as yellow fever and the toll it took on the city"s residents, relating the epidemic to the major social and political events of the day and to 18th-century medical beliefs and practices. Drawing on first-hand accounts, Murphy spotlights the heroic role of Philadelphia"s free blacks in combating the disease, and the Constitutional crisis that President Washington faced when he was forced to leave the city—and all his papers—while escaping the deadly contagion. The search for the fever"s causes and cure, not found for more than a century afterward, provides a suspenseful counterpoint to this riveting true story of a city under siege.
Thoroughly researched, generously illustrated with fascinating archival prints, and unflinching in its discussion of medical details, this book offers a glimpse into the conditions of American cities at the time of our nation"s birth while drawing timely parallels to modern-day epidemics. Bibliography, map, index.
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Summary: 8th grade homeschool review
Comment: I had to read this book in 8th grade and I think that this book is very informative about a tragic event that occurred many times through 1702-1821. This book describes everything that happened with Yellow fever including all sorts of organizations who tried to stop it and doctors who try to find cures. One doctor named Rush finds a cure, but it has major side effects that sometimes kill themselves. If you are learning about the colonel times I would definitely recommend this book.
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Summary: A non-fiction book that reads like good fiction
Comment: This is the story of the Yellow Fever epidemic of 1793 that decimated Philadelphia. Most folks don't know much about this plague; I didn't til I had to research it for a class I'm taking (for a class I would teach).
This book, written for young adults, is captivating. The illustrations are relevant and extremely interesting; the text flows and is full of foreshadowing and detail that are the hallmarks of good writing. It's short enough to finish in a timely manner, and has all sorts of "excerpt" quality passages that one could read to students.
Although it would be best placed as a resource book in a classroom, I found it entirely readable as a book on its own. Though I got it for a class, it will stay on my shelf as a favorite. That's a rare accomplishment for non-fiction, in my world!
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Summary: An American Plague - One Review
Comment: I found this book to be very informative. Although aimed at grades 6-10, it would be a great read for any age. There is much about epidemics and medical practices that is not included in the typical history of our country, but they are important to the complete historical picture. Mr. Murphy has done a great job in relating a story in such a compact way. The only fault I find is that he did not include who history gives the most credit to in eradicating yellow fever and malaria - William Crawford Gorgas. Overall, this book would be a great addition to a classroom.
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Summary: This book is great!
Comment: I loved this book. It is very descriptive and made me feel as though I was there. I don't think that four year olds can understand it though.
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Summary: This book is alright
Comment: From what I've read of the book, An American Plague by Jim Murphy I think this book is okay. I thought that all the pictures in the story were unnecessary. But I liked the information it gave, in most stories the author won't show every theory from scientists. If you are really interested in the yellow fever it is recommended that you buy this book.
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