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Bedford Cultural Editions Ser.: The Black Death : The Great Mortality of 1348-1350 - A Brief History with Documents by John Aberth (2005, Hardcover)

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. Each chapter has an introduction that summarizes the issues explored in the documents; headnotes to the documents provide additional background material. The book contains documents from many countries - including Muslim and Byzantine sources - to give students a variety of perspectives on this devastating illness and its consequences. The volume also includes illustrations, a chronology of the Black Death, and questions to consider.

Lc Classification Number
Rc178.A1a237 2005
Publication Name
Black Death : the Great Mortality of 1348-1350-A Brief History with Documents
Table of Content
Part I* Introduction: The Black Death in History * The Black Death as Historical Event * Historical Significance of the Black Death * Studying Medieval Sources *Part II* The Documents * Chronology of the First Black Death Outbreak (1347-1363) * Questions for Consideration Part I* Introduction: The Black Death in History * The Black Death as Historical Event * Historical Significance of the Black Death * Studying Medieval Sources *Part II* The Documents * Chronology of the First Black Death Outbreak (1347-1363) * Questions for Consideration
Copyright Date
2005
Target Audience
Scholarly & Professional
Lccn
2005-295917
Dewey Decimal
614.573209023
Series
Bedford Cultural Editions Ser.
Dewey Edition
22
Illustrated
Yes

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