Diseases Of Modern Life (1882)

By Benjamin Ward Richardson

Book Overview

""Diseases of Modern Life"" is a book written by Benjamin Ward Richardson in 1882. It is a comprehensive study of the physical and mental illnesses that were prevalent during the Victorian era, caused by the pressures of modern life. The book discusses the various factors that contribute to these diseases, including the effects of urbanization, industrialization, and technological advancements. It also explores the impact of social and economic changes on the health of individuals, such as the rise of sedentary lifestyles, poor nutrition, and the stresses of modern work environments. The author provides detailed descriptions of various diseases, their symptoms, and their causes, and offers advice on how to prevent and treat them. Richardson's work was groundbreaking in its time, and is still considered a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine or the effects of modern life on human health.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: 1436823293
• ISBN13: 9781436823296
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"