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The Epidemic: How Typhoid Devastated an American Town and How the Residents Fought Back
The Epidemic: How Typhoid Devastated an American Town and How the Residents Fought Back
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The Epidemic is a book that describes how a businessman caused a typhoid epidemic in 1903 that devastated Cornell University and the surrounding town of Ithaca, N.Y., killing 82 people, including 29 Cornell students. William T. Morris faced no retribution for this outrage due to his influential friends.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 01 November 2022
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
The Epidemic is a captivating account of a ruthless and heedless businessman's role in causing a devastating typhoid outbreak in 1903 that ravaged Cornell University and the surrounding town of Ithaca, New York. This tragedy claimed the lives of eighty-two individuals, including 29 esteemed Cornell students. Despite his blatant disregard for human life and the immense suffering he inflicted upon the community, William T. Morris escaped without any consequences, shielded by his influential friends. The book delves into the intricate web of corruption, privilege, and power that allowed Morris to evade justice, highlighting the stark contrast between the consequences faced by those with influence and those without. It serves as a cautionary tale, shedding light on the importance of accountability and the devastating impact of reckless behavior on society.
Weight: 27g
Dimension: 223 x 141 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781493069637
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