Smallpox Zero: An Illustrated History of Smallpox and Its Eradication by Jonathan Roy (Hardcover)

“Smallpox Zero: An Illustrated History of Smallpox and Its Eradication” by Jonathan Roy is a book that tells the story of smallpox and the efforts to eradicate it.

The book begins by detailing the history of smallpox, its impact on human populations throughout history, and the attempts to control it over the centuries. It then focuses on the development of the smallpox vaccine and the key figures who made its distribution possible on a global scale.

The bulk of the book is dedicated to the efforts to eradicate smallpox, starting with the formation of the WHO’s smallpox eradication campaign in 1967. The book describes the challenges faced by health workers in administering vaccines to populations in remote and war-torn areas, as well as the scientific breakthroughs that made it possible to contain outbreaks.

Throughout the book, there are vivid illustrations that help to bring the story of smallpox and its eradication to life. There are also interviews with key figures involved in the campaign, providing insights into the challenges and successes of this historic effort.

Overall, “Smallpox Zero: An Illustrated History of Smallpox and Its Eradication” offers a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the greatest public health triumphs in history.