The Global Spread of Black Death
What it is
A lecture exploring the global spread of the Black Death, from 1338 to 1353.
Climate, Rodents and Humans: the Global Spread of the Black Death, 1338-1353
The Black Death was one of the most devastating - perhaps the single most devastating - mortality crises in human history, but its global spread remains poorly understood. In this talk, Professor Philip Slavin re-examines the pandemic’s first wave, from 1338 to 1353, by bringing together historical evidence, palaeogenetics, archaeological, and palaeo-ecological perspectives.
Rather than treating the plague as a simple east-to-west invasion, Prof Slavin investigates the complex interactions between its causative agent Yersinia pestis, rodent populations, climate, and human mobility.
Questions
When does The Global Spread of Black Death start and end?
The Global Spread of Black Death runs Wednesday, 10 March 2027, 18:00.
Where is The Global Spread of Black Death?
The Global Spread of Black Death takes place at Physicians' Gallery, 11 Queen Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh.
How much are tickets for The Global Spread of Black Death?
Tickets for The Global Spread of Black Death cost £3 on the official ticket shop.
