Typhoid Mary

In "Typhoid Mary," Anthony Bourdain recounts the riveting true story of Mary Mallon, infamously known as Typhoid Mary, who became a carrier of the deadly disease at the turn of the twentieth century. Set against the backdrop of New York City, the narrative follows her as authorities hunt her down after a typhoid outbreak in 1904, leading to her eventual apprehension and institutionalization. Bourdain paints a vivid picture of the era's kitchen environments and the public health crises of the time, delivering a compelling account that will captivate both history enthusiasts and fans of his work.