Black Death at the Golden Gate

This gripping saga explores a pivotal moment in history as federal health officer Rupert Blue races to contain the deadly bubonic plague threatening San Francisco at the turn of the 20th century. Amid widespread racism, misinformation, and cover-ups, the story highlights the clash between human folly and scientific progress in preventing one of the most devastating outbreaks of that era. Drawing on compelling storytelling, the author recounts a courageous effort to protect both the city and the nation from catastrophe.