Jennifer Wright is an American author, journalist, and cultural commentator known for her witty, irreverent take on history. Her book Get Well Soon: History's Worst Plagues and the Heroes Who Fought Them examines some of the deadliest epidemics in human history with dark humour, empathy, and meticulous research. Wright has also written It Ended Badly: Thirteen of the Worst Breakups in History and Madame Restell. A former columnist for Harper's Bazaar and The New York Post, she brings a sharp, accessible voice to historical writing that makes the past feel vivid and relevant. Her audiobooks and books are popular with readers and listeners who enjoy history told with personality, wit, and a modern sensibility.
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