The Sweating Sickness A boke or counseill against the disease commonly called the sweate or sweatyng sicknesse
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Authors:
- Caius, John
1510 - 1573
- Roberts, E. S. (Ernest Stewart)
1847 - 1912
About this book
In the mid-16th century, England was gripped by a mysterious and lethal illness known as the sweating sickness, which struck fear into the hearts of its populace. In "The Sweating Sickness: A Boke or Counseill Against the Disease Commonly Called the Sweate or Sweatyng Sicknesse," John Caius meticulously documents the symptoms and potential remedies for this enigmatic ailment. His work not only details the physical manifestations of the disease but also offers insights into the prevailing medical theories of the time. Ideal for historians, medical students, and civic activists, this essential text provides a unique glimpse into early modern medicine and the societal impacts of epidemics, illuminating how fear and knowledge shaped public health responses.
