About this book:

Discover how a humble mold sparked a medical revolution that saved millions, reshaped surgery, and transformed everyday life. *The History of Antibiotics* takes you on a gripping journey—from ancient healers smearing moldy bread on wounds to Fleming’s serendipitous lab observation, and onward to the wartime race that turned penicillin into a global lifeline.

Yet the triumph is shadowed by a growing crisis: the rise of superbugs, dwindling new drugs, and the ethical dilemmas of antibiotic use in medicine and agriculture. This book blends vivid storytelling with cutting‑edge science, revealing both the triumphs and the looming threats that define our modern battle against infection. If you want to understand how we got here—and how we can preserve this precious lifeline for the future—this is the essential read.