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The Black Death

Gone Medieval

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Unraveling the Mystery of the Black Death

This chapter explores the genomic research behind identifying the strain responsible for the Black Death, highlighting the intertwined evolutionary history of plague and civilizations. It discusses the uncontrollable nature of pandemics, emphasizing natural factors over superstitions. The chapter also addresses modern challenges in managing outbreaks and the impact of germ mutations on the reemergence of deadly strains.

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