Fatal Fever

Tracking Down Typhoid Mary

Gail Jarrow

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English

Calkins Creek
28 December 2021

Family & health; Science & technology: general interest (Children's&YA)

Series: Deadly Diseases

Learn about the 1907 outbreak of typhoid fever and ""Typhoid Mary"" in this book perfect toshare with young readers interested in a historical perspective of theCOVID-19 pandemic that is gripping the world today - including a NEW chapter!

This engrossing story reveals the facts behind Mary Mallon, a hardworking Irish cook hired by several of New York's well-to-do families, who ultimately came to be known as ""Typhoid Mary"". Read how Maryunwittingly spread deadly bacteria, the ways an epidemiologist discovered her trail of infection, and how the health department ultimately decided her fate.

Young readers will be on the edges of their seats wondering what happened to Mary and the innocent typhoid victims. The book includes a new chapter about the COVID-19 pandemic, a glossary, timeline, list of well-known typhoid sufferers and victims, further resource section, author's note, and source notes.

By: Gail Jarrow
Imprint: Calkins Creek
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 222mm, Width: 179mm, Spine: 14mm
Weight: 493g
ISBN: 9781635925159
ISBN 10: 1635925150
Series: Deadly Diseases
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 28 December 2021
Recommended Age: From 10 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

GailJarrow'sbooks have earned many awards, including theYALSAAward forExcellencein Nonfiction for Young Adults,a SibertHonor,OrbisPictusHonor,YALSAAward for Excellence in Nonfiction finalist, a Notable Social Studies Trade Book,NSTAOutstanding Science Trade Book and Best STEM book, The Jefferson Cup Award, a Eureka! Gold Award, as well asKirkusReviews and School Library Journal Best Books andVOYAHonor Book distinctions. She lives in Ithaca, New York.Visitgailjarrow.com.

Reviews for Fatal Fever: Tracking Down Typhoid Mary

The writing is lucid, well organized, and informative. The book's large format allows for excellent reproductions of the many period photos, prints, and documents. Readers who are curious about Typhoid Mary . . . will find this an absorbing account of what actually happened. -Booklist, starred review Jarrow follows Red Madness with a second captivating book in her planned trilogy on deadly diseases. . . . Replete with archival photos, this thorough account brings readers to the present day and modern medicine's fight against what is still a scourge in many countries. -Publishers Weekly, starred review A nonfiction page-turner relying upon extensive research and copious source notes, this is a fantastic addition to any library. -School Library Journal, starred review An unusually attractive design incorporates many photographs, such artifacts as posters and cartoons, and sidebars. More than a chronological account, this exploration pays tribute to the power of public health measures and raises questions about the ethics of protecting the public by quarantining someone like Mallon, who sued for her freedom. A top-notch addition to the popular topic of deadly diseases. -Kirkus Reviews, starred review