Medical Charlatanism in Early Modern Italy

by David Gentilcore

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This is an exploration and reconstruction of the role of charlatans, itinerant medical practitioners, in Italy from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment. David Gentilcore examines the goods and services charlatans provided, their marketing strategies, and dealings with the public, and shows how the authorities attempted to regulate and control their business.

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0199245355

ISBN13:9780199245352

Release Date:November 2006

Publisher:Oxford University Press, USA

Length:448 Pages

Weight:2.01 lbs.

Dimensions:1.1" x 6.4" x 9.2"

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History Medical Medical Books

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