39 pages • 1 hour read
William H. McneillPlagues and Peoples
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1976A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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William H. McNeill's Plagues and Peoples is widely acclaimed for its groundbreaking examination of disease's role in shaping human history. The book is praised for its interdisciplinary approach and insightful analysis. However, some critics note it can be dense and occasionally oversimplified. Overall, it's a compelling read for those interested in historical epidemiology.
Who Should Read Plagues and Peoples?
Readers who relish comprehensive historical analysis and the interplay between disease and society will find Plagues and Peoples by William H. McNeill fascinating. Fans of Jared Diamond's Guns, Germs, and Steel and John Barry's The Great Influenza will appreciate McNeill's interdisciplinary approach and in-depth exploration of pandemics' roles in shaping human history.
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