Edna Bonhomme

About the Author

Edna Bonhomme is a historian, writer, and scholar whose work illuminates the intersections of disease, power, and human resilience throughout history. Drawing from her expertise in medical history and social justice, she explores how pandemics have not only ravaged populations but also reshaped societies, economies, and cultures. In her acclaimed book, A History of the World in Six Plagues: How Contagion, Class, and Captivity Shaped Us, from Cholera to COVID-19, Bonhomme traces the devastating impact of six major outbreaks, revealing the roles of inequality, colonialism, and systemic oppression in amplifying their effects. Through meticulous research and compelling narrative, she connects historical epidemics to contemporary crises, urging readers to confront the ongoing legacies of contagion in our interconnected world. Bonhomme's writing bridges academia and accessibility, making complex histories vivid and relevant for a broad audience.