A History Of The Yellow Fever : Kessinger Publishing : 9781430443797 : 1430443790 : 17 Jan 2007 : ""A History of the Yellow Fever: The Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1878 in Memphis, Tennessee"" is a comprehensive account of one of the deadliest epidemics in American history. Written by John McLeod Keating, the book explores the outbreak of yellow fever that occurred in Memphis, Tennessee in 1878, which claimed the lives of over 5,000 people.The book begins by setting the stage for the epidemic, describing the social and political climate of Memphis in the late 19th century. It then delves into the origins of yellow fever and its spread throughout the city, detailing the efforts of doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers to contain the disease.Keating also examines the impact of the epidemic on Memphis and the wider region, exploring the economic, social, and political ramifications of the outbreak. He discusses the role of race and class in the epidemic, as well as the ways in which i