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On Immunity
An Inoculation
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When Eula Biss became a mother, she stepped into a new world of fear—fear of the government, the medical establishment, the contents of her child's air, food, mattress—and vaccines.
In this bold, fascinating book, Biss investigates the metaphors and myths surrounding our conception of immunity, and its implications for the individual and the social body. Weaving her personal experiences with an exploration of classical and contemporary literature, Biss considers what vaccines, and the debate around them, mean for her own child, her immediate community, and the wider world.
On Immunity is an inoculation against our fear and a moving account of how we are all interconnected—our bodies and our fates.
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The book by Eula Biss has been praised for its beautifully written prose, blending scepticism and empathy. It is an insightful exploration of vaccines and immunity, using personal narrative, history, and myth to provide a nuanced perspective. Critics respect its ability to intertwine the scientific with the philosophical, presenting a broader discourse on fear, trust, and our collective responsibility. Many reviewers appreciate its depth, intelligence, and poetic style, making it a recommended read for its profound insights into vaccination debates and its impact on societal and personal connections.
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ISBN: 9781922182944
Publisher: Text Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 28 January 2015
Country: Australia
Imprint: The Text Publishing Company
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education
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Width: 153.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 224
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