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Traité de la Peste, Contenant l'Histoire de Celle Qui A Régné à Moscou en 1771 - Softcover

Charles De Mertens

 
9780243596980: Traité de la Peste, Contenant l'Histoire de Celle Qui A Régné à Moscou en 1771

Synopsis

This book chronicles the horrors of the 1771 bubonic plague outbreak in Moscow, offering a thorough examination of the disease and its devastating impact on the city. The author meticulously documents the progression of the plague, from its initial outbreak to its eventual containment, drawing on firsthand accounts and medical expertise to provide a comprehensive understanding of the disease and the desperate measures taken to combat it. The book delves into the medical theories of the time, offering insights into the challenges faced by physicians in identifying and treating the plague. It also sheds light on the social and political context of the outbreak, highlighting the economic and political turmoil that contributed to the spread of the disease. Ultimately, this book serves as a valuable historical account that illuminates the devastating effects of bubonic plague and the courageous efforts made to contain it.

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