Disease and History - Hardcover

Cartwright, Frederick F.; Biddiss, Michael D.

 
9780750923156: Disease and History

Synopsis

This volume traces the influence of disease on the civilizations, armies, and leaders that dominate history. They demonstrate that even the most powerful individuals and societies can be, and have been, fatally weakened by disease.

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About the Author

Frederick F. Cartwright was a former Head of the Department of History of Medicine at Kings College Medical School, London and was the author of many books on the history of medicine. Michael D. Biddiss is Professor of History at the University of Reading and has also published many books on the subject.

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