The Biological Threat: A Familiar Apocalypse in a Changing World The news that Annie Jacobsen's book, "Biological War: A Scenario", has been optioned for TV adaptation serves as a timely reminder of the enduring appeal of apocalyptic narratives.
This particular project stands out from the crowded field of dystopian fiction because it shifts the focus from nuclear annihilation to the specter of microorganisms unleashed to devastating effect.
Jacobsen's book takes a close look at the immediate aftermath of a biological attack, detailing the minute by minute consequences of such an event.