The Disease of Virgins: Green Sickness, Chlorosis and the Problems of Puberty

By Helen King

Book Overview

This is a compelling study of the origins and history of the disease. Following the continuity of the disease from its classical roots up, this study questions the nature of the disease and the relationship between illness and body image.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415226627
• ISBN13: 9780415226622
• Release Date: September 2003
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 206 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.5" x 9.5"