The Hot Zone by Richard Preston

“The Hot Zone” is a non-fiction book written by Richard Preston that was first published in 1994. The book tells the story of several outbreaks of deadly viruses, including the Ebola virus, in Africa and the United States.

The book is divided into several parts, each of which describes a different outbreak. The first part of the book focuses on an outbreak of Ebola in a research facility in Virginia in 1989. The second part of the book describes the origins and spread of the Ebola virus in Africa, including its first appearance in a small village in Sudan in 1976.

Throughout the book, Preston explores the science behind the viruses and the efforts of scientists, doctors, and government officials to contain and understand them. He also examines the ethical and moral dilemmas that arise when dealing with such deadly diseases.

“The Hot Zone” was a bestseller when it was first published, and it has since become a classic in the field of science writing. The book has been praised for its gripping storytelling and its ability to explain complex scientific concepts in an accessible way. It has also been adapted into a television miniseries.