The Black Death And The Dancing Mania

The Black Death And The Dancing Mania is a historical account written by Justus Friedrich Karl Hecker about two devastating epidemics that swept through Europe in the Middle Ages. The first part of the book focuses on the Black Death, a bubonic plague that killed millions of people in the 14th century. Hecker describes the symptoms, spread, and impact of the disease on society, as well as the various theories and treatments that were attempted during the outbreak.The second part of the book examines the phenomenon of dancing mania, a strange and inexplicable phenomenon that occurred in the 14th and 15th centuries. Hecker describes how large groups of people would suddenly start dancing in the streets, often for days on end, until they collapsed from exhaustion or died. He explores the possible causes of this strange behavior, including mass hysteria, religious fervor, and even poisoning.Throughout the book, Hecker draws on historical accounts and medical texts to provide a detailed and fascinating look at these two catastrophic events. He also offers insights into the social, cultural, and medical conditions of the time, and how they contributed to the spread and impact of these epidemics. The Black Death And The Dancing Mania is a compelling and informative read for anyone interested in the history of medicine, epidemics, and the Middle Ages.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.