Steven W. Thrasher,Steven W. Thrasher; Foreword by Jonathan M. Metzl
The Viral Underclass: The Human Toll When Inequality and Disease Collide
The Viral Underclass: The Human Toll When Inequality and Disease Collide
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Dr. Thrasher's book, "The Viral Underclass," explores the inequalities in who is able to survive viruses and the ways in which viruses spread, kill, and take their toll are more dependent on social structures than biology alone. It tells the heart-rending stories of friends, activists, and teachers navigating the novel coronavirus, HIV, and other viruses, and shows the fraught relationship between privilege and survival.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 12 February 2024
Publisher: St Martin's Press
Dr. Thrasher, a renowned expert in the field of racialization, policing, and criminalization of HIV, has dedicated his career to exploring the intricate dynamics surrounding these issues. Through his extensive research, he has come to a profound realization: the vast disparities in who can survive viruses and the intricate ways in which viruses spread, kill, and impact society are significantly influenced by social structures rather than solely by biological factors.
This insightful revelation is brought to life through the poignant stories of friends, activists, and teachers who navigate the challenges posed by the novel coronavirus, HIV, and other viruses. Dr. Thrasher takes the reader on a journey into the viral underclass, unveiling its inner workings and shedding light on the complex interplay between privilege and survival.
In the vein of Isabel Wilkersons Caste and Michelle Alexanders The New Jim Crow, The Viral Underclass serves as a powerful tool for understanding the world on a deeper level. It sheds light on the fraught relationship between privilege and survival, challenging us to confront the systemic inequalities that perpetuate health disparities and undermine social justice.
Through his compelling storytelling and expert analysis, Dr. Thrasher provides a valuable contribution to our understanding of the complex dynamics surrounding viruses and their impact on society. His book offers a timely and essential perspective on the ongoing pandemic and its implications for our collective future.
Weight: 346g
Dimension: 137 x 208 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781250796646
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