John Waller is a historian of medicine at Michigan State University. Educated at the universities of Oxford and London, he is the author of several other books, including The Real Oliver Twist, The Discovery of the Germ and Fabulous Science. He lives with his wife and daughter in Michigan.
‘Waller’s book should interest both historians and scientists,
while the general reader will enjoy his colourful depictions of
medieval life.’
*BBC Focus Magazine*
‘An interesting and enjoyable read, which is not merely of
historical interest, but also helps to explain some modern-day
psychological phenomena.’
*Common Reader*
‘A startling, chilling and utterly compelling account.’
*Good Book Guide*
‘A book to make you grateful for the historical increase in human
sanity.’
*New Scientist*
'‘A Time to Dance, A Time to Die’ is a medically sound,
historically accurate link to the late medieval zeitgeist.’
*Fortean Times*
‘Waller does a remarkable job of getting to the causes of the
epidemic, looking at things from every angle.... Waller doesn't lay
it on too thick, and brings the era alive to us.’
*Guardian*
‘A compelling 'whatdunnit'’
*Times*
'Waller writes with a passion and flair which commands the reader's
attention.'
*Times Literary Supplement*
'History approaching its best... combines a gripping story with a
historian's attention to detail and context.'
*Australian*
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