Everything Is Tuberculosis

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“Wow! I was so intrigued by all of the information this book provided. I had no idea how much TB has affected so many aspects of history. This book touches on some amazing insights into the disparity of health care in regard to TB and socio economic status but also in health care as a whole. Very insightful!”

— Kristina • Afterglow Books

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“A great combination of history and sociology! John Green’s work is well-researched yet conversational and engaging, the perfect sweet spot for nonfiction. ”

— Allie • Warwick's

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“If you never imagined reading about tuberculosis, here is something to change your mind. Well-crafted and informative, this was truly an eye-opening read. Green expertly blends the history, the facts, the pitfalls, and the future of tuberculosis treatment while his friendship with Henry adds a touchingly personal element. I'll be including this on my best of the year list. ”

— Kristine • Buttonwood Books and Toys

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“John Green does an amazing job of combining education, activism, and real life stories into a heart wrenching book that not only had me angry for the state of the world but on the edge of my seat wanting to find out about the real people in his stories. I may have been crying through most of this book but I am now more knowledgeable about tuberculosis and have some new fun trivia in my back pocket.”

— Sam • The Book Rack

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“This is the biography of a disease, and so much more: the compelling story of a young tuberculosis patient in Sierra Leone, an exploration of how culture and health intersect, a grappling with how colonialism and racism impact health care systems, and a collection of insights into the author’s own relationship to illness. Part biography, part memoir, but most of all a critical history lesson — this is a gorgeous and powerful book that firmly establishes John Green as one of today’s great nonfiction storytellers. Highly recommended even if (or perhaps ESPECIALLY if) you don’t think you care about tuberculosis.”

— Kara • Bonfire Bookstore

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“I actually think that it takes a novelist to shine a new and different light on an old problem. Who would’ve thought that the author of The Fault in Our Stars would get obsessed (very obsessed) with Tuberculosis and write a great book? In the audiobook his infectious (sorry about the pun) obsession really comes through.”

— Barbara • Parkside Bookshop

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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 book will (rightfully) make you CARE about tuberculosis! From literally page 1, I was HOOKED as John Green connected how TB impacts our society today and the injustices that surround TB treatment. John Green, my man, please write a manual about life because I would learn how to do my taxes and be an adult if you told me how. This was a work of art… did I think I was going to cry reading about the TB epidemic?! No… did I?! Ummm… yes… this book is EXCELLENT no notes thank you! ”

— Esha • Bank Square Books

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“Engaging, thought-provoking and timely. ”

— Meg • Black Rock Books

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“I thoroughly enjoyed John Green’s own narration of his knowledge and insights ”

— Joanna • The Treehouse Reading and Arts Center

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“In the surface John Green talks about tuberculosis but in its core he is shedding light to social injustice, a failing healthcare system & the consequences of colonialism. ”

— Gabby • Buffalo Street Books

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“John Green never disappoints. His story telling includes the most interesting tidbits of the history, biology and socioeconomic aspects of TB weaved into the poignant ancedotes of TB patients he personally knows. His empathy for those who have suffered with this disease and his dedication to educating the public about it are obvious in his narration. This is an eye opening must read.”

— Kristen • Dragon Tale Books