Excerpt from Short History of the Yellow Fever, That Broke Out in the City of Philadelphia, in July, 1797: With a List of the Dead; Of the Donations for the Relief of the Poor, and a Variety of Other Interesting Particulars
The citizens became more early aware of their danger than in 17 9 3 and the fpeedy flight of many thoufands of them into the country, feems to have been the chief caule why the mortality of this contagion has been/{o much leis violent than that of the former. By the way; though not fo generally known as to create alarm, it is true, that in the fall of r 794, Philadelphia had a tranfient vifit from this fatal fcourge. A fmall number of perlons, perhaps twenty or thirty, died of it. The unexpected intervention of one or two days of a wind more than ufually cold for that feafon of the year, was the apparent caufe of its abrupt extinc~ tiou. Perhaps the infettion might be leis violent in its nature than that of the former year. It is well known,, that the plague, while remaining identically the fame dif cafe, hath yet very dillerent degrees of violence in its fr(4)
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the harrowing events of the 1797 yellow fever epidemic in Philadelphia, offering a chilling yet insightful glimpse into the struggles of a city grappling with a devastating public health crisis. The author meticulously recounts the outbreak's progression, detailing the escalating fear and panic as the death toll mounted. Through vivid descriptions and firsthand accounts, the narrative paints a poignant picture of a community in disarray, highlighting the desperate measures taken to contain the disease, the heroic efforts of medical professionals and volunteers, and the profound impact on the city's social and economic fabric. The author explores themes of resilience, compassion, and human fallibility, exposing the stark realities of a society grappling with inadequate medical knowledge and limited resources. This historical account serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring human spirit in the face of adversity, and the critical importance of public health infrastructure and preparedness in safeguarding communities against infectious diseases. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780260230607_0
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