Dr. John Barry
John Barry is in the Department of Politics, Keele University.
John Barry is in the Department of Politics, Keele University. See less
Dr. John Barry's Featured Books
Dr. John Barry book reviews
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The Great Influenza: The Story of the Deadliest Pandemic in History
Topical, Informative, Undisciplined
by Garth T, Jul 26, 2020
The book reminds of the helpful datum that 97% of human DNA is junk, but the other 3% --wow. This book has the same profile, though different proportions. About 50% of it is useful, topical, and ... Read More
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Rising Tide: The Great Mississippi Flood of 1927 and How It Changed America
Incredile Story; Brillant Writing
Barry's story of the Mississippi River from the early 1800s into the physical and social consequences of the 1927 flood is a fascinating, educational experience....history at its best! Read More
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The Great Influenza: The Story of the Deadliest Pandemic in History
laspagnola
Excellent book. Reminds me of hearing of tragedy of loss of relative in 1918 Spanish Flu. Read More