Small-pox And Cow-pox: A Concise History Of Those Diseases And A Comparison Between Inoculation For Small-pox And Vaccination

By John Jennings Cribb

Book Overview

Smallpox and cowpox were two of the most feared diseases of their time, causing widespread illness and death. This book provides a concise history of these diseases, with a focus on the development of inoculation and vaccination techniques. It also explores the controversy surrounding vaccination and the anti-vaccination movement. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine and public health.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1020155752
• ISBN13: 9781020155758
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 92 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 9.2"