Ghost Map

Ghost Map

by Steven Johnson

Riverhead Books · 2007 · 299 pages

In the sweltering summer of 1854, London grappled with a cholera epidemic that defied understanding. Amidst the panic, Dr. John Snow embarked on a groundbreaking investigation, meticulously mapping the outbreak's spread. This gripping account reveals how his pioneering work not only identified the source of the deadly disease but also fundamentally reshaped our understanding of public health, urban planning, and the very nature of scientific discovery. Readers fascinated by the intersection of history, science, and societal progress will find themselves captivated by this true story of urban crisis and intellectual triumph.

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