CARVILLE'S CURE: Leprosy, Stigma, and the Fight for Justice

Weaving together a wealth of archival material with original interviews as well as firsthand accounts, Fessler has created an enthralling story of a lost American history. In our new age of infectious disease, this narrative demonstrates the necessity of combating misinformation if we hope to control the spread of illness without demonizing victims and needlessly destroying lives. Photos.