Epidemics Examined and Explained: or, Living Germs Proved by Analogy to be…
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"Epidemics Examined and Explained: or, Living Germs Proved by Analogy to be..." by John Grove is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This work delves into the analysis and interpretation of epidemic diseases, positing that they are caused by living germs rather than merely chemical agents. The text aims to provide a foundation for understanding the causes and nature of these diseases based on scientific inquiry. At the start of
the work, Grove presents his rationale for investigating the origins and implications of epidemic diseases. He draws upon historical references and combines philosophical reflection with scientific analysis, suggesting that diseases can be likened to living organisms with the ability to reproduce and evolve. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the interrelation between human society, environmental conditions, and the outbreaks of epidemics, propelling the notion that our moral choices significantly influence health outcomes. As he sets the stage for a deeper exploration of this complex relationship, Grove expresses a commitment to unraveling the mysteries of epidemic diseases through meticulous research and reflection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Grove, John, 1815-1895 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 07035850 |
| Title | Epidemics Examined and Explained: or, Living Germs Proved by Analogy to be a Source of Disease |
| Credits |
Produced by Bryan Ness, Keith Edkins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 47.6 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | RA: Medicine: Public aspects of medicine |
| Subject | Epidemics |
| Subject | Germ theory of disease |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34603 |
| Release Date | Dec 9, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 281 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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