The Dispensary

The Dispensary: A Poem In Six Cantos is a satirical poem written by Samuel Garth in 1700. The poem is set in London and revolves around a fictional dispute between physicians and apothecaries. The poem is divided into six cantos, each of which describes a different aspect of the medical profession in London. The first canto describes the apothecaries' shops and their practices, while the second canto focuses on the physicians and their qualifications. The third canto describes the medical schools and the education of doctors, while the fourth canto discusses the role of the Royal College of Physicians. The fifth canto describes the various diseases and illnesses that afflict the people of London, while the sixth and final canto describes the ideal dispensary, where physicians and apothecaries work together for the benefit of their patients. Throughout the poem, Garth uses humor and satire to criticize the medical profession and its various flaws. The Dispensary is considered a classic of English literature and a landmark in the history of medical satire.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.