Everything Is Tuberculosis

Bookseller recommendation

“Brilliant and eye opening book about a disease that is treatable in our world, yet we haven’t done so. Green does a wonderful job of showing the history of TB, how it has effected our society, and the stories of those afflicted with this horrid disease. ”

— Sammie • Anderson's Bookshop

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“Only John Green could infuse a book about tuberculosis with poignant observations on human nature and humor, all while humanizing those who suffer from the disease. This is a quick listen, yet you'll walk away with so much context for the ongoing fight against tuberculosis. ”

— Ashley • Niche Books

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“As a lifelong John Green enjoyer, this book is no exception. If you enjoyed his Anthropocene Reviewed, this is of that same vein with a more detailed approach to a topic he is extremely interested in. It’s no secret Green cares about his writing and what he learns through that process, and this is no exception. With personal anecdotes, historical context, social history, and cultural commentary, Green provides a wonderful overview of such a particular topic. ”

— Sarah • Lemuria Books

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“Everything is Tuberculosis is primarily an account of widespread and systemic healthcare inequity. It is also a call for disability justice, and for an end to both the stigmatization and romanticization of illness. Green goes into great detail about the strange turns in history which this disease has taken, but he is never dense nor is he flippant. He constantly reasserts the relevance of TB and centers the voices of patients, healthcare professionals, and--primarily--that of Henry, a young man and friend of Green's from Sierra Leone who lived with the disease. Green dedicates a significant portion of his book to engaging his reader in both the causes, the current effects, and the solutions for the scourge against humanity that is TB. Green, however, is not shy about the truth; TB is less a killer than injustice and inequality. This book is an emphatic call to education and to action.”

— Ellie • Page 1 Books

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“A very moving and well told history of one the world’s most curable diseases.”

— Terri M. LeBlanc • Swamp Fox Bookstore

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“This book reads so smoothly. I’m normally not a nonfiction reader, but this book pulled me in, explained complex topics in a digestible way with great understanding and heart, and made me care so deeply about something I previously knew nothing about. I would recommend this book to anyone who is getting back into reading, taking their first steps into nonfiction, and public health enthusiasts. ”

— Devanshi • BookPeople

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“Informative and thoughtful is my favorite combination in a book. Green does a great job of presenting the history of TB, as well as shining a light on people who have been directly effected by this disease. You will learn that certain trends are a direct result of how TB has been viewed in the past, as well as how TB is still shaping the world today.”

— Adrienne • Belleville Books

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“I have often said “we don’t deserve John Green.” But, in fact, this book—like so many of his others—proves quite the opposite. In addition to being a fascinating and compelling read about one of history’s (and, indeed, the contemporary world’s) deadliest diseases, Everything Is Tuberculosis is one man’s obsessive quest for justice borne from deepest empathy. John Green’s compassion and love for each individual human is a thrill of hope in a world that, so often, overwhelms with despair. We don’t just deserve John Green; we need to follow his example.”

— Leah • Scrawl Books

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“John Green is an expert in his craft. Compelling and unforgettable. ”

— Jamie • Bookish

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“John Green has such a unique passion for so many things, but none as strong as for the education and eradication of tuberculosis. You can feel how much he cares in every passage, his recounting of time with TB patients, and his delightfully peppered-in fun facts about things that impact every single human on this planet. Much like how he rates things in the Anthropocene, we rate this book 5 stars. ”

— Lindsay • Lily Papers Library

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“Everything Is Tuberculosis is an emotional and compelling addition to the long list of remarkable work that John Green has accomplished. Brilliant.”

— Alyssa • Sidetrack Bookshop

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“This is one of those books that makes you care; both about the people who are characters in the book and also our short-sided view of public health. It gives a history of what life was like when there was no cure for TB, but also leads you to ponder what life will be like if TB evolves faster than our ability to treat it. Although the topic would seem dense, the author does a great job of drawing you into his narrative.”

— Cheryl • Last Chance Bookstore