Medicine in the Middle Ages
Extracts from "Le Moyen Age Medical" by Dr. Edmond Dupouy; translated by T. C. MinorBy Edmond Dupouy
Length9h 12m
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In "Medicine in the Middle Ages," Edmond Dupouy provides an incisive exploration of the intricate and often misunderstood intersection between medicine, philosophy, and society during the medieval period. Examining the medical practices of the time, Dupouy employs a rich narrative style that weaves together historical anecdotes, primary sources, and contemporary analyses. The book situates itself within the broader context of medieval thought, revealing how prevailing belief systems influenced diagnoses, treatments, and the evolution of medical knowledge, while simultaneously challenging the dichotomy between superstition and empirical observation that has often characterized this era. Edmond Dupouy, a noted historian of medicine with a Ph.D. from the University of Paris, draws on years of academic study and extensive fieldwork in medieval texts to illuminate the complexities faced by practitioners of the time. His expertise in medieval philosophy and medicine shines through, providing a depth of understanding that underpins his compelling arguments. Dupouy's own journey through academia, marked by a passion for uncovering the nuances of historical narratives, leads him to critically assess how the medical practices of the Middle Ages laid the groundwork for modern medicine. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine, offering valuable insights not only into medieval healthcare systems but also into the enduring questions that continue to shape medical ethics and practices today. Dupouy'Äôs meticulous research and engaging prose make it an essential resource for scholars, students, and general readers alike who wish to enrich their understanding of this pivotal epoch.
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GenreHealth and Wellness
Length9 hrs 12 mins
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Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Medicine in the Middle Ages.
16THE BEWITCHED, POSSESSED, SORCERERS AND DEMONOMANIACS.
2THE PHYSICIANS OF THE MIDDLE AGES.
17THE HYSTERO-DEMONOMANIA OF THE CLOISTER.
3THE GREAT EPIDEMICS OF THE MIDDLE AGES.
18HYSTERIA AND PSYCHIC FORCE.
4THE PLAGUE
19MEDICINE IN THE LITERATURE OF THE MIDDLE AGES.
5THE BLACK PLAGUE.
20THE FARCE OF MASTER PATHELIN.
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6LE MAL DES ARDENTS.
21LA FARCE DE MUNYER.
7THE ERUPTIVE FEVERS OF THE SIXTH CENTURY —— VARIOLA, MEASLES, SCARLATINA.
22L’AVEUGLE ET LE BOITEUX
8THE SWEATING SICKNESS OF ENGLAND.
23LUNACY AND LOVE.
9THE SCURVY.
24THE TREASURER’S WIFE.
10LEPROSY.
25LUCILLE AND INNOCENCE UNCOVERED.
11THE SYPHILIS.
26THE GOUT.
12THE DEMONOMANIA OF THE MIDDLE AGES.
27CONDEMNATION OF HIGH LIVING AND PRAISE OF DIET AND SOBRIETY.[99]
13ORIGIN OF MAGIC AND SORCERY
28THE FOLLY OF THE WORLD.
14THE THEOLOGIANS AND DEMONOLOGICAL JUDGES.
29GARGANTUA AND PANTAGRUEL.
15DEMONOLOGICAL PHYSICIANS.
30FOOTNOTES:
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