Disease, Medicine and Society in England, 1550-1860

(Part of the New Studies in Economic and Social History Series)

by Roy Porter

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In his short but authoritative study, Roy Porter assesses the impact of disease on the English before the widespread availability and public provision of medical care, incorporating into the revised edition new perspectives offered by recent research. He examines the medical profession, attitudes to doctors and disease, and the development of state involvement in public health. Drawing together much fragmentary material and providing a detailed bibliography,...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0521557917

ISBN13:9780521557917

Release Date:October 1995

Publisher:Cambridge University Press

Length:108 Pages

Weight:0.35 lbs.

Dimensions:0.2" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Related Subjects

16th Century 17th Century Administration & Medicine Economics Administration & Policy England Europe Health Care Delivery Historical Study & Educational Resources History Medical

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