These in-depth and informative books examine the nature of these diseases and the devastating effects they have had on populations throughout the world and throughout history. From the earliest infections like malaria to modern-day health crises such as AIDS, these fascinating titles explore the causes and the human toll inflicted by these epidemics and their role in the history of humankind.

Though we are all aware of the flu, who among us really understands that this seemingly seasonal nuisance could be, and often is, a deadly disease? This book reveals the terrible and fascinating history of this common illness, traces its impact on society throughout history, and discusses the ways in which we attempt to prevent and treat this rampant and debilitating virus.