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Mentioned in 2 episodes
Foreign Bodies
Book • 2023
In *Foreign Bodies*, Simon Schama delves into the history of pandemics and vaccines, weaving a narrative that spans continents and centuries.
The book highlights key figures like Waldemar Haffkine, who developed vaccines against cholera and bubonic plague, and explores the intersection of science, politics, and human experience during times of crisis.
The book highlights key figures like Waldemar Haffkine, who developed vaccines against cholera and bubonic plague, and explores the intersection of science, politics, and human experience during times of crisis.
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Mentioned in 2 episodes
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Simon Schama on Pandemics and the Health of Nations, Part Two
Mentioned by Conor Boyle as Simon Schama's latest book.
Simon Schama on Pandemics and the Health of Nations, Part One
