The Great Pestilence A D 1348 To 1349: Now Commonly Known As The Black Death (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162747453)

""The Great Pestilence A.D. 1348 to 1349: Now Commonly Known as The Black Death"" is a historical account of one of the deadliest pandemics in human history. Written by Francis Gasquet, the book chronicles the outbreak of the bubonic plague in Europe during the mid-14th century, which killed an estimated 75-200 million people. The book provides a detailed analysis of the causes and effects of the Black Death, exploring the social, economic, and cultural impact of the pandemic on medieval Europe. It examines the medical knowledge and practices of the time, as well as the religious and superstitious beliefs that influenced people's responses to the outbreak.Gasquet draws on a wide range of primary sources, including contemporary accounts, medical treatises, and religious texts, to provide a comprehensive and engaging narrative of this catastrophic event. He also explores the legacy of the Black Death, discussing its long-term effects on European society and culture.Overall, ""The Great Pestilence A.D. 1348 to 1349: Now Commonly Known as The Black Death"" is an insightful and informative book that sheds light on one of the most significant events in human history. It will appeal to anyone interested in the history of medicine, medieval Europe, or the social and cultural impact of pandemics.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.

Author: Francis Gasquet
ISBN-10: 1162747455
ISBN-13: 9781162747453
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 264
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.79lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.55d