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The Epidemics of the Middle Ages - The Black Death The Dancing Mania & The Sweating Sickness - cover

The Epidemics of the Middle Ages - The Black Death The Dancing Mania & The Sweating Sickness

J. F. C. Hecker

Traduttore B. G. Babington

Casa editrice: Good Press

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In "The Epidemics of the Middle Ages," J. F. C. Hecker presents a meticulous survey of the plagues and pestilences that ravaged Europe during the medieval period. Hecker's literary style is both scholarly and accessible, weaving together vivid historical narratives with epidemiological insights. Drawing upon an array of primary sources, Hecker contextualizes the social, economic, and cultural impacts of these epidemics, particularly the Black Death. His work is situated within a burgeoning historical discourse that seeks to understand the relationship between disease and societal transformation, effectively bridging the gap between medical history and the broader human experience. J. F. C. Hecker, a prominent physician and historian of the 19th century, was deeply influenced by the intellectual climate of his time, which favored empirical research and critical examination of past events. His background in medicine illuminated his exploration of medieval diseases, allowing him to address contemporaneous health crises with a historical lens. Hecker's passion for uncovering the realities behind epidemics reflects not just an academic pursuit, but a broader concern for public health. This book is essential reading for historians, medical professionals, and general readers alike, offering a profound understanding of how epidemics shaped medieval society and continue to resonate in contemporary debates about public health. Hecker's erudition and clarity reveal the enduring relevance of historical epidemics in our ongoing struggle against disease.
Disponibile da: 15/12/2023.
Lunghezza di stampa: 441 pagine.

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