An American plague : the true and terrifying story of the yellow fever epidemic of 1793
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Published
New York : Clarion Books, c2003.
Physical Desc
165 pages : ill., maps ; 26 cm.
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| Location | Call Number | Note | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellinwood Libraries - TNONFICAR - AR Teen Nonfiction | AR 614.5 MUR | Regular | On Shelf |
| Mankato City Library - YOUNG ADULT | YA 614.54109748 Murphy | On Shelf | |
| USD #431 Hoisington School Libraries - Middle School - Middle School | 614.5 MUR | On Shelf |
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Published
New York : Clarion Books, c2003.
Format
Book
Language
English
Accelerated Reader
UG
Level 9, 6 Points
Level 9, 6 Points
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (p. 141-153) and index.
Citation/References
School Library Journal starred, June 2003
Citation/References
Booklist, June 2003
Description
Provides an account of the yellow fever epidemic that swept through Philadelphia in 1793, discussing the chaos that erupted when people began evacuating in droves, leaving the city without government, goods, or services, and examining efforts by physicians, the Free African Society, and others to cure and care for the sick.
Target Audience
Follett Library Resources
Study Program Information
Accelerated Reader AR,UG,9.0,6.0,69054
Awards
Newbery Medal/Honor, 2004
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Murphy, J. (2003). An American plague: the true and terrifying story of the yellow fever epidemic of 1793 . Clarion Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Murphy, Jim, 1947-. 2003. An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793. Clarion Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Murphy, Jim, 1947-. An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793 Clarion Books, 2003.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Murphy, Jim. An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793 Clarion Books, 2003.
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