A Concise History Of Smallpox And Vaccination In Europe

By Edward J. Edwardes

Book Overview

""A Concise History of Smallpox and Vaccination in Europe"" by Edward J. Edwardes is a comprehensive account of the smallpox epidemic in Europe and the efforts made to eradicate it through vaccination. The book traces the history of smallpox from its earliest recorded outbreaks to its eventual eradication in the late 20th century. It covers the various methods used to combat the disease, including inoculation, vaccination, and isolation. The author provides detailed accounts of the people who played a key role in the fight against smallpox, such as Edward Jenner, the British physician who developed the first vaccine against the disease. The book also examines the social and political factors that influenced the spread of smallpox and the response to it, including the role of religion, public health policies, and scientific advancements. Overall, ""A Concise History of Smallpox and Vaccination in Europe"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine, public health, and disease eradication. It provides a thorough understanding of the impact of smallpox on European society and the efforts made to overcome it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432518704
• ISBN13: 9781432518707
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 170 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"