An inquiry into the propagation of contagious poisons, by the atmosphere

as also into the nature and effects of vitiated air, its forms and sources, and other causes of pestilence : with directions for avoiding the action of contagion, and observations

von Somerville Scott Alison

144 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

A hush settles over the city as unseen forces drift on the air-anxieties mounting with every whispered rumour of illness, every breath drawn in crowded streets. In a time when the origins of epidemic diseases were shrouded in mystery, one pioneering mind undertook a bold investigation into the invisible agents of contagion. This seminal treatise delves into the science of disease propagation, meticulously dissecting how contagious poisons traverse the atmosphere and infiltrate daily life. With a steady hand, the author explores the then-dominant miasma theory, scrutinising the effects of vitiated air and tracing the subtle interplay between air quality and illness. Rich with observation and grounded in the empirical spirit of nineteenth-century epidemiology, the work examines the causes of pestilence with clarity and precision. Atmospheric contagion research is brought to life through vivid case studies and practical considerations, offering both a window into the anxieties of the era and a testament to the evolving understanding of airborne infection prevention. The narrative unfolds with a sense of urgency, outlining not only the forms and sources of tainted air but also practical directions for avoiding the action of contagion-guidance that reflects the era's earnest drive to safeguard public health. For the general reader, this volume offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of medical inquiry, where scientific curiosity and public welfare converged amid uncertainty and fear. Collectors and classic-library enthusiasts will appreciate its meticulous analysis of contagious disease transmission and its role in shaping the foundations of modern epidemiological thought. Its pages resonate with the intellectual ambition of a time when the stakes of understanding disease were nothing less than life and death. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure.

• Themen: Medizin Medizin / Gesundheitswesen, allgemein Gesundheitssystem und Gesundheitswesen Allgemeinmedizin / Familienmedizin
• ISBN: 9789376559862
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 15.09.2026
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Alpha Edition