The Black Death: New Lessons from Recent Research
Narrated by Dorsey Armstrong
- Released
- May 20, 2022
- Length
- 2 hrs 43 mins
- Format
- Lecture
- Publisher
- The Great Courses
In The Black Death: New Lessons from Recent Research, celebrated medievalist Dorsey Armstrong delves into the grim realities of the historic plague that ravaged Europe, claiming over 25 million lives. Through seven insightful lectures, Armstrong utilizes contemporary research and technology to correct misconceptions about the pandemic, offering a deeper understanding of its biology and societal impact. With parallels drawn to the ongoing challenges posed by COVID-19, this work emphasizes the lessons we can learn from past pandemics to better prepare for future zoonotic diseases.
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