Smallpox zero : an illustrated history of smallpox and its eradication

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Where to find it

Information & Library Science Library — Juvenile

Call Number
Graphic Roy
Status
Available

Summary

Abstract: This monograph provides an informative look into the devastating disease that plagued the human race for thousands of years. With beautiful illustrations and comic strip narration, this graphic novel tracks the disease from its rise over 10,000 years ago, to its last case in 1977. Roy invokes respect and gratitude for the health officials and workers who succeeded against all odds to finally achieve worldwide smallpox eradication, and offers support and resources for current disease eradication initiatives.

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