Molly Caldwell Crosby

About the Author

Molly Caldwell Crosby is an acclaimed author and journalist whose work illuminates the hidden forces that have shaped human history through the lens of science and medicine. With a background in investigative reporting, she brings meticulous research and compelling narrative to her explorations of pivotal epidemics and their far-reaching impacts on society. Crosby's debut book, The American Plague: The Untold Story of Yellow Fever, The Epidemic That Shaped Our History, garnered widespread praise for its vivid portrayal of the 1878 yellow fever outbreak in Memphis and its role in transforming American urban life and public health policy. Her writing deftly blends historical detail with human stories, making complex scientific concepts accessible and engaging for a broad audience. A native of Memphis, Tennessee, Crosby continues to draw inspiration from the region's rich, often tumultuous past.