The Plague Year

In The Plague Year, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Lawrence Wright delivers a comprehensive and engaging chronicle of the Covid-19 pandemic, exploring its origins and far-reaching effects. The narrative spans pivotal moments from the outbreak in China to the U.S. Capitol's storming and the vaccine rollout, providing insightful accounts of key figures and institutions, including the CDC and the White House. Wright’s storytelling blends medical science with personal stories, revealing the pandemic’s profound impact on society while highlighting the resilience of healthcare professionals across America.