The Plague Of Marseilles In The Year 1720: From Documents Preserved In The City (1834)

The Plague of Marseilles in the Year 1720: From Documents Preserved in the City is a historical book written by John Ireland and first published in 1834. The book provides a detailed account of the outbreak of the bubonic plague in the city of Marseilles, France, in the year 1720. The author has based his account on the documents that were preserved in the city, including official reports, letters, and diaries of the people who witnessed the epidemic.The book starts with the introduction of the city of Marseilles, its history, and its importance as a trading port in the Mediterranean. It then describes the arrival of the plague in the city and how it spread rapidly, killing thousands of people within a few months. The author also describes the various measures taken by the city authorities to control the outbreak, including the establishment of quarantine zones, the burning of infected houses, and the use of herbs and other remedies to cure the sick.The book provides a vivid description of the suffering of the people during the epidemic, including the fear, panic, and despair that gripped the city. It also highlights the heroic efforts of the doctors, nurses, and other volunteers who risked their lives to help the sick and dying.Overall, The Plague of Marseilles in the Year 1720: From Documents Preserved in the City is a valuable historical account of one of the deadliest epidemics in European history. It provides a fascinating insight into the social, economic, and political conditions of the time and the impact of the plague on the people of Marseilles. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine, public health, and epidemics.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.