The End of a Global Pox

“Reinhardt makes a significant contribution to our understanding of the success and limitations of smallpox eradication, the history of international public health projects, and the contested application of American soft power throughout the world during and after the Cold War. This is a terrific and much needed book about a fascinating history.” — David Kinkela, State University of New York at Fredonia

“Offers a fresh perspective by uncovering original evidence and incorporating insights from the growing historiography of postwar international development politics.” — Environmental History

“Complicates the popular narrative of smallpox by not ending with eradication, but, instead, bringing the story to a present where the meaning of that achievement becomes a great deal less certain than previously imagined.” — American Historical Review

“Reinhardt’s study offers a valuable addition to the increasingly rich and varied literature on smallpox eradication, health, and global governance.” — Diplomatic History

“Provides a true service and great lessons on the need for wisdom on our approach to global health.” — Bulletin of the History of Medicine

“Reads easily, vividly conveying the dread aroused by smallpox of the past and a fear of the possible future. . . . A valuable contribution to literature; it tells us much about American views, the discussion taking place within the US about smallpox and CDC/USAID involvement with smallpox and measles in Central and West Africa.” — Reviews in History

“A relevant, detailed, and enjoyable study of the eradication story from the American perspective.” — Journal of American History

“A splendid volume that breaks much new ground and which provides a solid basis for understanding the eradication of smallpox. . . . Will be of great interest to a broad range of readers beyond those from the medical and public health professions. . . . A story well told that will appeal to many. — Journal of Community Health

“An excellent account of American involvement in smallpox eradication.” — -Social History of Medicine

“Recommended.” — CHOICE