{"product_id":"rats-lice-and-history-hardcover","title":"Rats, Lice and History - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eHans Zinsser\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRats, Lice and History by Hans Zinsser is a compelling and unique exploration of the profound, often underestimated, role of infectious diseases, particularly typhus, in shaping human civilisation. Written by a distinguished bacteriologist, this classic work transcends traditional historical narratives by placing the humble rat and its parasitic passenger, the louse, at the centre of momentous historical events. Zinsser masterfully weaves together science, history, philosophy, and personal anecdote to demonstrate how epidemics have influenced wars, revolutions, and the rise and fall of empires. He argues that understanding the biology of disease vectors and pathogens is essential for a comprehensive understanding of human history. Far from a dry scientific text, Zinsser's witty and erudite prose makes this an engaging read that illuminates the hidden forces that have quietly but powerfully steered the course of human destiny. It's an essential read for anyone interested in the intersection of biology, public health, and history.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 312\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.94 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 04, 2008\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47435692081330,"sku":"9781443727198","price":63.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/3891\/1666\/files\/hFchvhE5yq9781443727198.webp?v=1783211431","url":"https:\/\/box.dadyminds.org\/products\/rats-lice-and-history-hardcover","provider":"DADYMINDS BOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}