Invincible microbe : tuberculosis and the never-ending search for a cure
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Published
Boston : Clarion Books, 2012.
Format
Book
ISBN
9780618535743, 0618535748
Physical Desc
149 pages : illustrations, map ; 24 cm
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 9.5 - AR Pts: 4
Lexile measure
1200L
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Keller Public Library - Children/Juvenile NonfictionCHILD SCIENCE HUM BODY HEALTHOn Shelf
Watauga Public Library - Children/Juvenile NonfictionJ 616.995 MURPHYOn Shelf

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Published
Boston : Clarion Books, 2012.
Language
English
ISBN
9780618535743, 0618535748
Accelerated Reader
MG
Level 9.5, 4 Points
Lexile measure
1200

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Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 125-128) and index.
Description
"This is the compelling, suspenseful, down-to-earth story of a killer that has been stalking and doing away with people for thousands of years: Tuberculosis. For centuries TB in many forms was treated with everything from poultices and potions to the king's touch. The microorganism that causes the disease was eventually identified, more effective treatments were developed, and the cure for TB was thought to be within reach. But the TB germ simply will not die; drug-resistant varieties continue to plague and panic the human race. The "biography" of this deadly germ, an account of the diagnosis, treatment, and "cure" of the disease over time, and the social history of an illness that could strike anywhere but was most prevalent among the poor are woven together in an engrossing narrative supported by 70-plus archival prints and photographs. Includes bibliography, source notes, and index"--,Provided by publisher.
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"From one of the most acclaimed writers of nonfiction for children, Invincible Microbe illuminates the seemingly unstoppable killer that's been haunting us for centuries: tuberculosis. Well-researched and including over 100 archival photos and prints, this compelling "biography" of a deadly germ is a must-read"--,Provided by publisher.
Target Audience
1200L,Lexile
Study Program Information
Accelerated Reader,MG,9.5,4.0,151890
Study Program Information
Accelerated Reader AR,MG,9.5,4,151890.

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Murphy, J., & Blank, A. (2012). Invincible microbe: tuberculosis and the never-ending search for a cure . Clarion Books.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Murphy, Jim, 1947- and Alison. Blank. 2012. Invincible Microbe: Tuberculosis and the Never-ending Search for a Cure. Clarion Books.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Murphy, Jim, 1947- and Alison. Blank. Invincible Microbe: Tuberculosis and the Never-ending Search for a Cure Clarion Books, 2012.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Murphy, Jim, and Alison Blank. Invincible Microbe: Tuberculosis and the Never-ending Search for a Cure Clarion Books, 2012.

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