The Cure Of Melancholy

By Robert Burton

Book Overview

""The Cure of Melancholy"" is a book written by Robert Burton, first published in 1621. The book explores the causes and treatments of melancholy, a condition that was believed to cause a range of physical and mental symptoms, including sadness, anxiety, and lethargy. The book is structured as a series of essays, each of which explores a different aspect of melancholy, including its causes, symptoms, and treatments. Burton draws on a wide range of sources, including classical literature, medical texts, and personal experience, to provide a comprehensive overview of the condition. The book is notable for its detailed descriptions of the various remedies that were used to treat melancholy, including physical exercise, diet, and herbal remedies. It also explores the psychological and spiritual aspects of the condition, arguing that a combination of physical and mental treatments is necessary for a full recovery. Overall, ""The Cure of Melancholy"" is a fascinating and insightful exploration of a condition that has been a part of human experience for centuries.THIS 232 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Anatomy of Melancholy Part 1, by Robert Burton. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766126293.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1161600973
• ISBN13: 9781161600971
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 1.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.0" x 10.0"