Health, Disease and Society in Europe, 1500-1800: A Source Book (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780719067372)

Considers how the body was viewed by the medical profession from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment, and challenges established ideas in the field of medical history. Examines the provision of medical care in context and how it was shaped by the social, religious, political and cultural concerns of the age. Arranged thematically and with brief but scholarly introductions, the selection of documents includes contemporary sources, recent research in the field and classical writings. Written in an accessible style by an Open University lecturer. Companion volume to The Healing Arts: Health, Disease and Society in Europe 1500-1800.

Author: Peter Elmer
ISBN-10: 0719067375
ISBN-13: 9780719067372
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Language: English
Published: 12/25/2003
Pages: 380
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.35lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.10w x 1.30d