Yellow Fever, Black Goddess: The Coevolution of People and Plagues (Helix Book)
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Summary
Yellow Fever, Black Goddess: The Coevolution of People and Plagues (Helix Book) by Christopher Wills is a book about faith, spirituality, or personal reflection. This edition is listed as 1997 • Basic Books • 336 pages.
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A reasonable choice if you like backlist books that still feel specific and usable.
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Exact edition: Paperback · ISBN-13 9780201328189
Worth buying if: You need a straightforward explanation or story.
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This book is intended for thoughtful reading about faith or spirituality.
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Paperback: ISBN-13 9780201328189
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