In which we power through some internet troubles to talk about Grosse Île Quarantine Station! We use poems by Margaret Atwood and Al Purdy to discuss more of the psychological effects of being in isolation in the 19th century than scientific medical practices. Still great fun though!
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Sources & Further Reading:
Find the transcribed poems and extras mentioned in the episode right here.
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Check out this great independent poetry anthology, 'Isolated Together', right here.
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