History Smashers: Plagues and Pandemics

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Discover the captivating truth behind history’s most infamous pandemics with 'History Smashers: Plagues and Pandemics'! This engaging trade paperback offers a deep dive into the myths and secrets surrounding devastating outbreaks from the Black Death to COVID-19. Perfect for curious minds and fans of educational series like I Survived! and Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales, this book is both informative and entertaining. Acclaimed author Kate Messner masterfully combines sidebars, illustrations, and graphic panels to reveal the real stories behind infamous diseases such as the bubonic plague, smallpox, tuberculosis, cholera, polio, and influenza. Readers will be fascinated to learn that the iconic beaked masks of plague doctors are mere misconceptions of history, sparking interest while challenging assumptions. This is not just a history book; it’s a rich resource that smashes preconceived notions about pandemics with engaging storytelling. With 240 pages of well-researched content, it’s ideal for young readers eager to explore the truth behind historical events. Join Kate Messner on a journey to uncover the reality of these life-altering moments in history that shaped our world today. Don't miss out on other exciting titles in the History Smashers series, including The Mayflower, Women’s Right to Vote, Pearl Harbor, Titanic, and the American Revolution. Get your copy today and expand your knowledge about plagues and pandemics like never before!

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780593120408
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 240

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780593120408
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 240


Description:
Myths! Lies! Secrets! Uncover the hidden truth about history's pandemics, from the Black Death to COVID-19. Perfect for fans of I Survived! and Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales.

During the Black Death in the 14th century, plague doctors wore creepy beaked masks filled with herbs. RIGHT?
WRONG! Those masks were from a plague outbreak centuries later--and most doctors never wore anything like that at all!

With a mix of sidebars, illustrations, photos, and graphic panels, acclaimed author Kate Messner delivers the whole truth about diseases like the bubonic plague, cholera, smallpox, tuberculosis, polio, influenza, and COVID-19.

Discover the nonfiction series that smashes everything you thought you knew about history! Don't miss History Smashers- The Mayflower, Women's Right to Vote, Pearl Harbor, Titanic, and American Revolution.

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