An Urban History of The Plague

Socio-Economic, Political and Medical Impacts in a Scottish Community, 1500-1650

Autori

• Karen Jillings

Parametri

• 222 pagine
• 8 ore di lettura

• Economia e affari
• Salute & Medicina
• Scienze sociali
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

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Focusing on the early modern Scottish community of Aberdeen from 1500 to 1650, this book explores the multifaceted impact of plague as a medical, economic, spiritual, and demographic crisis. It delves into bureaucratic, medical, and social responses to epidemics, providing a comprehensive analysis of how the disease influenced various aspects of life in the region. Through this examination, the study offers valuable insights into the pre-modern world and encourages a reassessment of historical narratives related to public health and community resilience.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2018

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