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House on Fire

The Fight to Eradicate Smallpox (Volume 21) (California/Milbank Books on Health and the Public)

William H. Foege

Discover the incredible story of how smallpox, a disease that plagued humanity for centuries, was eradicated in House on Fire. Part autobiography, part mystery, this book details the radical vaccination scheme that became a key strategy in ending the horrible disease. Author William H. Foege shares his firsthand experiences in public health and the remarkable program that involved people from around the world in pursuit of a single objective - eliminating smallpox forever. Rich with everyday details and a few adventures, House on Fire gives an intimate sense of what it's like to contribute to programs that change the world.
Publish Date
2011-06-06T00:00:00.000Z
2011-06-06T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
4.17
ISBN
9780520268364
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The amazing story of the eradication of smallpox.      source