The Black Death The Great Mortality of 1348-1350 A Brief History with Documents

The Black Death: The Great Mortality of 1348-1350: A Brief History with Documents by John Aberth
English | PDF | 2005 | 215 Pages | ISBN : 1349734225 | 5.5 MB
A fascinating account of the phenomenon known as the Black Death, this volume offers a wealth of documentary material focused on the initial outbreak of the plague that ravaged the world in the 14th century. A comprehensive introduction that provides important background on the origins and spread of the plague is followed by nearly 50 documents organized into topical sections that focus on the origin and spread of the illness; the responses of medical practitioners; the societal and economic impact; religious responses; the flagellant movement and attacks on Jews provoked by the plague; and the artistic response.