Antiquarian Notices Of Syphilis In Scotland In The Fifteenth And Sixteenth Centuries (1862)

Antiquarian Notices of Syphilis in Scotland in the Fifteenth and Sixteenth Centuries is a historical book written by James Young Simpson and originally published in 1862. The book explores the history of syphilis in Scotland during the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, providing a comprehensive overview of the disease and its impact on society at the time. Simpson draws on a range of historical sources, including medical texts, legal documents, and personal accounts, to paint a vivid picture of the social and cultural context in which syphilis emerged in Scotland. The book also includes detailed descriptions of the symptoms of syphilis, as well as the various treatments that were used to combat the disease. Overall, Antiquarian Notices of Syphilis in Scotland in the Fifteenth and Sixteenth Centuries is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of medicine or the social history of Scotland.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.