by Eula Biss
First published 2014
Eula Biss becomes a new mother and is gripped by fears about the government, medical establishment, and her child's health. As she hears more concerns about vaccines, Biss dives into the metaphors and myths around immunity. She investigates what vaccination means for her family, community, and the world. In this thoughtful exploration, Biss reckons with the weight of her choices and the implications they hold.
Genres: science, non-fiction, health, 21st-century, parenting, academic
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: personal-journey, social-commentary
205 pages · Hardcover · Graywolf Press