AND THE Band Played On: Politics, People, AND THE Aids Epidemic

The book is in fair condition, with noticeable wear on the cover, including creases and edge wear. The spine shows signs of use but is intact. The pages are slightly yellowed, consistent with age, but remain clean and unmarked. There is no dust jacket, as expected for a paperback edition.

"And the Band Played On: Politics, People, and the AIDS Epidemic" by Randy Shilts is a significant work first published by St. Martin's Press in 1987. This edition, released by Penguin Books in 1988, includes a new chapter, offering updated insights into the ongoing AIDS crisis. Shilts, a respected journalist, provides a detailed account of the political and social dynamics surrounding the AIDS epidemic in the United States. The book is a critical historical document, examining the interplay between politics and public health. This paperback edition is a reprint, distinct from the original hardcover, and remains a vital resource for understanding the complexities of the epidemic. The book is in fair condition, with some wear typical of a mass-market paperback.