Laura Spinney
Laura Spinney is a British author and journalist known for her work on the historical context of pandemics, particularly her acclaimed book 'Pale Rider,' which explores the impact of the Spanish flu of 1918. Through her writing, Spinney highlights the lessons learned from past pandemics and draws parallels to contemporary health crises, including Covid-19. Her insights on the societal and personal ramifications of such events have contributed to important discussions on public health and preparedness.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 31,946 | $2,700,000 | 1,271$ |
| Totals | 1 | 67,886,011 | 31,946 | $2,700,000 | 1,271$ |
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Laura Spinney's book discusses the history of Proto-Indo-European and its linguistic descendants.
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Switzerland:
Laura Spinney's book discusses the origins and evolution of Indo-European languages.
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United Kingdom:
Laura Spinney is the author of 'Proto: How One Ancient Language Went Global'.
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United Kingdom:
Laura Spinney notes in her book Pale Rider that the Spanish flu is often overlooked as a major disaster.
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