The Cobra Event
Book • 1997
Richard Preston's 'The Cobra Event' explores the catastrophic consequences of a genetically engineered virus unleashed upon society.
The novel depicts a scenario where the virus, designed as a bioweapon, causes rapid brain damage and societal breakdown.
As chaos ensues, government agencies and scientists race to identify and contain the deadly pathogen.
Preston combines scientific detail with suspenseful storytelling, creating a chilling narrative about the potential dangers of biological warfare and genetic manipulation.
'The Cobra Event' serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of biosecurity and the devastating impact of unchecked scientific advancements.
The novel depicts a scenario where the virus, designed as a bioweapon, causes rapid brain damage and societal breakdown.
As chaos ensues, government agencies and scientists race to identify and contain the deadly pathogen.
Preston combines scientific detail with suspenseful storytelling, creating a chilling narrative about the potential dangers of biological warfare and genetic manipulation.
'The Cobra Event' serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of biosecurity and the devastating impact of unchecked scientific advancements.
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