A History Of Epidemic Pestilences, From The Earliest Ages, 1495 Years Before The Birth Of Our Savior To 1848: With Researches Into Their Nature, Cause

By Edward Bascome

Book Overview

""A History Of Epidemic Pestilences, From The Earliest Ages, 1495 Years Before The Birth Of Our Savior To 1848: With Researches Into Their Nature, Causes, And Prophylaxis"" is a book written by Edward Bascome and published in 1851. The book provides a comprehensive historical account of epidemic pestilences, covering a period of 1495 years before the birth of Jesus Christ up to the year 1848. The author delves into the nature, causes, and prophylaxis of these pestilences, providing insights into the medical and scientific understanding of the time. Bascome discusses the various diseases that have ravaged humanity throughout history, including the bubonic plague, cholera, smallpox, and yellow fever. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods in history, with each chapter focusing on the major epidemics that occurred during that time. The author draws on a range of sources, including historical records, medical journals, and personal accounts, to provide a detailed and informative account of each epidemic. Overall, ""A History Of Epidemic Pestilences, From The Earliest Ages, 1495 Years Before The Birth Of Our Savior To 1848: With Researches Into Their Nature, Causes, And Prophylaxis"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine and public health. It provides a fascinating insight into the impact that epidemics have had on human society throughout the ages and the efforts that have been made to combat them.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: 1164531832
• ISBN13: 9781164531838
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 262 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"