An account of the plague which raged at Moscow, in 1771 (eBook)

Enriched edition. A Chronicle of Devastation: Unveiling the Bubonic Plague in 18th Century Russia

Charles De Mertens (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
54 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766457496-1 (EAN)

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Charles de Mertens' *An Account of the Plague which Raged at Moscow, in 1771* provides a meticulous chronicling of the devastating epidemic that swept through the Russian capital. In a narrative that blends eyewitness accounts with rigorous observation, de Mertens employs a straightforward, yet poignant literary style, allowing readers to grasp the harrowing realities faced by the city's inhabitants. The work emerges from the backdrop of Enlightenment thought, marked by an emphasis on empirical evidence and rationality, while simultaneously reflecting the emotional turbulence and societal chaos inflicted by the plague. De Mertens, a contemporary of the period and an astute observer of human behavior, draws on personal experiences and a deep understanding of Russian society. His perspective as a foreign witness informs his detailed depictions of the public's response to the epidemic, highlighting issues of governance, medical practice, and the intersection of faith and science. His motivations stem from a desire to document a significant historical event that reshaped Moscow and left an indelible mark on European consciousness. This work is essential for anyone interested in the intersection of medical history, sociology, and literature, as it offers not only a factual recounting of the plague but also profound insights into human resilience and the societal implications of disease. De Mertens' account is highly recommended for scholars, historians, and general readers alike who seek to understand the complexities of one of history's most dire afflictions.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 19.5.2021
• Einführung: Mallory Holbrook
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Mallory Holbrook
• Übersetzer: Richard Pearson
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Schlagworte: 18th century Literature • 18th century Russia • Bubonic plague account • Charles de Mertens • Early works to 1800 • epidemic literature • Epidemic literature study • federation • historical accounts • Historical narrative style • historical public health • Internal Medicine • literary classics • Literary History • Literary Nonfiction • Medical observations 1771 • Moscow • Moscow epidemic history • Plague • plague literature • public domain literature • public health response • Russia • Russian Literature • Societal impact plague • Survivor accounts Moscow