The Bioarchaeology of Tuberculosis: A Global View on a Reemerging Disease

by Charlotte A. Roberts, Jane Buikstra

Though apparently in decline during the first half of the 20th century, tuberculosis has reawakened in both developed and developing countries, particularly among susceptible populations with immunodeficiency disorders.

Genres: Archaeology

368 pages, Paperback

First published October 30, 2003

Reviews

[Jessica Barnett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really interesting. As an archaeologist, I enjoyed the look at the prehistoric cases of TB, but also liked the scientific explanation of where TB came from and how societal beliefs have prohibited the complete eradication of the disease.