The Epidemics of the Middle Ages (eBook)

The Black Death, The Dancing Mania & The Sweating Sickness

J. F. C. Hecker (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
441 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654777885-1 (EAN)

Infos

In 'The Epidemics of the Middle Ages' by J. F. C. Hecker, the author delves into the medical history of the medieval period, exploring the various epidemics that plagued society during this time. Hecker's writing style is meticulous and detailed, presenting a comprehensive overview of the diseases, their symptoms, and the societal impact they had. This book not only serves as a medical text but also as a historical account of how epidemics shaped the Middle Ages. Hecker's thorough research and insightful analysis make this book a valuable resource for scholars and history enthusiasts alike. By examining the epidemics of the past, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by society and the advancements made in the field of medicine. 'The Epidemics of the Middle Ages' is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of medicine and history.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 15.12.2023
• Übersetzer: B. G. Babington
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Mittelalter
• Themenwelt: Medizin / Pharmazie
• Schlagworte: Classic Literature • Historical Epidemics • J. F. C. Hecker • Literary Analysis • Literary criticism • Literary History • Literature and society • Medical Apartheid • Medieval Literature • Middle Ages • plague literature • sapiens • Ten Lessons for a Post-Pandemic World • the body keeps the score • The Great Influenza • The Great Plague • the immortal life of henrietta lacks • Themes and Variations • The Radium Girls • The Spanish Flu