Red Madness

In "Red Madness," award-winning author Gail Jarrow delves into the mysterious and devastating illness known as pellagra, which impacted tens of thousands in the American South a century ago. Through compelling narratives of real-life victims and insightful accounts of the scientific efforts to understand and combat the disease, Jarrow reveals the complicated journey toward its eventual defeat. This audiobook serves as a historical lens for young listeners, drawing poignant parallels to contemporary public health challenges like the Covid-19 pandemic.