Cover of Red Madness

Red Madness

How a Medical Mystery Changed What We Eat

by Gail Jarrow

Reading Level 7-8 Moderate (Lvl 3) Unknown

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Discover the gripping history of a mysterious illness that swept through the American South, leaving many weakened and confused. Follow the brave scientists and doctors as they unravel the mystery of pellagra and work tirelessly to stop its spread. Filled with real stories and historic photos, this book offers a fascinating look at how science and determination can overcome even the toughest health challenges.

Representation & Themes

Science & NatureHistoricalHealthSocial Justice

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Illness & Injury Loss & Grief Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
9781590787328
Pages
192
Publisher
Astra Publishing House
Published
2014
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
29,524

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

EpidemicsPublic healthPellagraMalnutritionNursery rhymesJuvenile literaturePicture puzzlesPhysiciansUnited StatesSocial conditionsUnited States. Public Health ServiceBiographyHistoryDiscoveries in scienceDiscoveries in science, juvenile literatureUnited states, history, 20th century, juvenile literatureUnited states, history, 20th centuryDiseases, juvenile literatureDiseases, history