CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 5.0 based on 4 reviews)
The human side of "Typhoid Mary". This book was not only informative, but entertaining. I couldn't put it down. It provided an in-depth exploration of the psyche and experiences of Mary Mallon. It humanized the villan "Typhoid Mary" and gave the reader a deeper understanding of the struggles she endured that shaped her path in life. A great read!! May 23, 2002
A sensitive and personal look into the life of Mary Mallon Mercedes Graf eloquently gives the reader a rare opportunity to explore the personal life and struggles of Mary Mallon as well as those who touched her life. From this we are able to find both sympathy and respect for what this woman had to endure, and we are forced to question our own judgements and beliefs. A wonderful account and enduring read! February 04, 1999
outstanding approach to an interesting subject Quarantine takes us into the story of Typhoid Mary in a unique approach which allows us to see more than one side of the story and understand the feelings of both Mary and her oppressors. The author has an excellent style in developing the subject. Let us hope to see more of this style biographical work. December 25, 1998
Great Book! Informative, yet interesting... Dr. Graf writes a narrative describing a notorious historical figure in human characteristics. She takes the notoriety out of Typhoid Mary to create a tragic figure anyone can hurt for. By breathing life into the story of Typhoid Mary and giving personalities to the people involved, one gains an idea of them as real people, not just the figures we usually see outlined in texts. Kudos to Dr. Graf for expanding upon history to make it understandable and touching. December 17, 1998