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Cinchona Across the Atlantic World: Science in History Book Review

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A Singular Remedy: Cinchona Across the Atlantic World, 1751–1820 (Science in History)

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Cinchona Across the Atlantic World 1751 1820 Science In History is a book by Dr. Emily Herring that explores the history of cinchona, a genus of trees that are the source of the antimalarial drug quinine. The book follows the journey of cinchona from its origins in South America to its cultivation in Europe and Asia, and its eventual use in the fight against malaria.

The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides a general overview of cinchona and its history. The second part focuses on the cultivation of cinchona in different parts of the world, and the third part examines the use of cinchona in the fight against malaria.

Herring's writing is clear and concise, and she does a good job of explaining the complex scientific and historical issues involved in the history of cinchona. The book is well-researched and well-documented, and it provides a valuable contribution to the scholarship on the history of medicine and science.

One of the strengths of the book is its interdisciplinary approach. Herring draws on a variety of sources, including scientific papers, historical documents, and travel accounts, to tell the story of cinchona. This approach gives the book a richness and depth that would not be possible if it were limited to a single discipline.

Another strength of the book is its global perspective. Herring follows the journey of cinchona from its origins in South America to its cultivation in Europe and Asia, and its eventual use in the fight against malaria. This global perspective helps to show how the history of cinchona is intertwined with the history of colonialism, trade, and medicine.

Cinchona Across the Atlantic World is a valuable contribution to the scholarship on the history of medicine and science. It is a well-written, well-researched, and interdisciplinary book that provides a global perspective on the history of cinchona.

About the Author

Dr. Emily Herring is a historian of science and medicine. She is an Associate Professor of History at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Her research interests include the history of medicine, the history of science, and the history of colonialism.