The Scourge (1908)

By Warrington Dawson

Book Overview

The Scourge is a novel written by Warrington Dawson and published in 1908. The story is set in the early 20th century and revolves around the outbreak of a deadly disease called the ""scourge"" that sweeps across Europe and threatens to wipe out the entire population. The main protagonist of the novel is a young doctor named Robert Llwellyn, who is tasked with finding a cure for the disease and saving humanity from certain doom.As the scourge spreads, panic and chaos ensue, and people begin to turn on each other in their desperation to survive. Robert Llwellyn, along with a small group of dedicated scientists and medical professionals, works tirelessly to develop a vaccine that can combat the disease. However, their efforts are hampered by political intrigue, personal rivalries, and the sheer scale of the crisis.The novel is a gripping tale of survival and heroism in the face of overwhelming adversity. It explores themes of sacrifice, courage, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of disaster. Written at a time when the world was still grappling with the aftermath of the Spanish Flu pandemic, The Scourge remains a timely and relevant work of fiction that speaks to the enduring human struggle against disease and mortality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165111276
• ISBN13: 9781165111275
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 318 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"