Everything Is Tuberculosis

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“A fascinating look at the history of tuberculosis, and how really, *everything* truly does relate back to it (including the founding of a state!) and its ramifications.”

— Whitley • Malaprop's Bookstore

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“Everything Is Tuberculosis is an emotional and compelling addition to the long list of remarkable work that John Green has accomplished. Brilliant.”

— Alyssa • Sidetrack Bookshop

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“As a lifelong John Green enjoyer, this book is no exception. If you enjoyed his Anthropocene Reviewed, this is of that same vein with a more detailed approach to a topic he is extremely interested in. It’s no secret Green cares about his writing and what he learns through that process, and this is no exception. With personal anecdotes, historical context, social history, and cultural commentary, Green provides a wonderful overview of such a particular topic. ”

— Sarah • Lemuria Books

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“Leabhar an-spéisiúil faoi stair na heitinne agus an nasc atá ag an ngalar seo le neart codanna éagsúla den saol. Thug mise suntas don ábhar ó bhí Seán Ó Ríordáin buailte ag an eitinn, agus léirigh sé a eispéireas i gcuid dá dhánta. Ní raibh mórán eolais agam faoin eitinn roimh dom éisteacht leis seo. Má chuardaíonn tú ainm.ie le haghaidh 'eitinn' feicfidh tú an riar a d'fhág an galar seo ar lucht na Gaeilge thar na blianta. ”

— Gráinne • An Siopa Leabhar

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“This book rocked my world with it's contemplations on illness and the disparities experienced across the globe. It turns tuberculosis to it's own character with a story that evolves over time. importantly the book is not a downer the whole time, but has an arc of happiness and hopefulness for the future.”

— Olivia • Golden Bee Bookshop

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“Only John Green could infuse a book about tuberculosis with poignant observations on human nature and humor, all while humanizing those who suffer from the disease. This is a quick listen, yet you'll walk away with so much context for the ongoing fight against tuberculosis. ”

— Ashley • Niche Books

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“This is the biography of a disease, and so much more: the compelling story of a young tuberculosis patient in Sierra Leone, an exploration of how culture and health intersect, a grappling with how colonialism and racism impact health care systems, and a collection of insights into the author’s own relationship to illness. Part biography, part memoir, but most of all a critical history lesson — this is a gorgeous and powerful book that firmly establishes John Green as one of today’s great nonfiction storytellers. Highly recommended even if (or perhaps ESPECIALLY if) you don’t think you care about tuberculosis.”

— Kara • Bonfire Bookstore

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“John’s hyper fixation on a niche topic makes this a super interesting read! The way he dives into the history while mixing it with a personal story makes it engaging and your newest hyper fixation as well!”

— Isabella • MoonPie General Store

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“John Green never disappoints. His story telling includes the most interesting tidbits of the history, biology and socioeconomic aspects of TB weaved into the poignant ancedotes of TB patients he personally knows. His empathy for those who have suffered with this disease and his dedication to educating the public about it are obvious in his narration. This is an eye opening must read.”

— Kristen • Dragon Tale Books

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“John Green is such a talented non-fiction author, this book reads like smooth butter. Also, what a delight to have him read the book! ”

— Devanshi • BookPeople

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“Probably the most important book you’ll read this year. The propulsive history of how and why we still let people die of a disease we know we how to cure, told in Green’s humane style. I don’t know if everything is TB but the history of TB is everything: science, superstition, racism, class, gender, colonialism, and capitalism. Deeply informative and strangely encouraging — that word will mean more to you when you listen — if you can stick through the tears. ”

— Perin • Brain Lair Books

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“John Green does a great wonderful job at describing not only the history of this disease but its impact on society and society’s impact on the disease. His choice in showing both the scientific and historical context of Tuberculosis as well as current real life examples of the how and why it affects people regardless of existing cures is impactful. I highly recommend this book, John Green narrates it himself and does a fantastic job.”

— Mariam • UC San Diego Bookstore