The Cure Of Melancholy
- Indbinding:
- Paperback
- Sideantal:
- 232
- Udgivet:
- 8. december 2005
- Størrelse:
- 210x279x12 mm.
- Vægt:
- 531 g.
- 2-3 uger.
- 14. december 2024
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Beskrivelse af The Cure Of Melancholy
The Cure of Melancholy is a book written by Robert Burton, first published in 1621. It is a comprehensive guide to understanding and treating melancholy, a condition that was believed to afflict many people during the Renaissance period. The book is divided into three parts and covers a wide range of topics related to melancholy, including its causes, symptoms, and treatments. The first part of the book provides a detailed description of melancholy and its various forms, including love melancholy, religious melancholy, and hypochondriacal melancholy. Burton also discusses the physical and psychological symptoms of melancholy, such as sadness, anxiety, and insomnia, and explores the different factors that can contribute to the development of the condition. The second part of the book focuses on the treatments for melancholy, including both medical and non-medical approaches. Burton discusses the use of drugs, diet, exercise, and other therapies to alleviate the symptoms of melancholy. He also explores the role of religion, philosophy, and other intellectual pursuits in helping individuals overcome their melancholy. The third part of the book is a collection of anecdotes and case studies that illustrate the various forms of melancholy and the different ways in which people have sought to cure it. These stories provide a fascinating glimpse into the lives of people during the Renaissance period and shed light on the cultural and social factors that contributed to the prevalence of melancholy. Overall, The Cure of Melancholy is an important work in the history of psychology and medicine. It offers a unique perspective on the understanding and treatment of a condition that has plagued humanity for centuries and provides valuable insights into the cultural and intellectual life of the Renaissance period.THIS 232 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Anatomy of Melancholy Part 1, by Robert Burton. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766126293.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.
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