The Black Arts in Medicine With Anniversary Address (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781023617178)

"The Black Arts in Medicine" delves into the historical intersection of medicine and the occult, providing a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century perspectives on health, healing, and the supernatural. This volume, featuring an anniversary address, explores how practices considered 'black arts' were once intertwined with medical understanding and treatment. John Jackson examines the beliefs and customs surrounding witchcraft and its perceived influence on physical and mental well-being.

Readers interested in the history of medicine, folklore, and the social sciences will find this work a valuable resource. It sheds light on a time when the boundaries between science, superstition, and spirituality were far more blurred than they are today, offering insights into the cultural context that shaped early medical practices.

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