This time of dying [book review]
2008

This Time of Dying

publication

Author Information

Author(s): Polyxeni Potter

Primary Institution: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Conclusion

The novel compellingly illustrates the severity of a flu pandemic and the human experience during such a crisis.

Supporting Evidence

  • The novel highlights the impact of the Spanish flu on individuals and society during a time of war.
  • It emphasizes the importance of pandemic preparedness and the human stories behind the statistics.

Takeaway

This book tells a story about how people dealt with a flu pandemic during World War I, showing how serious and scary it can be.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.3201/eid1402.071511

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