Fever Year: The Killer Flu of 1918
Fever Year: The Killer Flu of 1918
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
Beta96
Book • Nonfiction
Worldwide • 1910s
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Health•
Science & Nature2019
Adult
12+ years
Super Short Summary
Fever Year: The Killer Flu of 1918 by Don Brown delves into the global influenza pandemic of 1918. The graphic novel illustrates the devastating impact of the virus on individuals and communities, detailing the spread, symptoms, and societal responses, while highlighting human resilience amidst uncertainty and loss.
Informative
Dark
Unnerving
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Fever Year: The Killer Flu of 1918 by Don Brown is praised for its engaging illustrations and informative narrative, shedding light on a historical pandemic. Readers commend its accessibility for young audiences and its ability to stimulate interest in history. Criticisms focus on a desire for deeper analysis and context. Overall, it is a compelling educational tool.
Who Should Read Fever Year: The Killer Flu of 1918?
A reader intrigued by historical pandemics and graphic novels would enjoy Fever Year: The Killer Flu of 1918 by Don Brown. Similar to Spillover by David Quammen and The Great Influenza by John M. Barry, it combines detailed research with engaging visuals, appealing to those interested in science and history.
1,340 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
96
Book • Nonfiction
Worldwide • 1910s
•
Health•
Science & Nature2019
Adult
12+ years
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