Plague Its Cause and the Manner of its Extension, Its Menace, Its Control and Suppression, Its Diagnosis and Treatment

"Plague" by Thomas Wright Jackson is a scientific exploration of a devastating disease, providing a detailed view into its origins, spread, and management. This early 20th-century work dives into the medical specifics of plague, covering everything from accurately diagnosing it to finding effective ways of treating those infected, stressing the grave threat it poses to public well-being. The author, a medical professional with firsthand experience in tracking diseases, wrote this book to update public knowledge about plague, drawing from new research and his own time spent battling epidemics in the Philippines. The core of the book looks closely at plague's long history, linking its causes directly to strategies for stopping it, and highlights the critical role of teamwork among health officials in keeping the disease under control.