The Plague Of Athens, Which Happened In The Second Year Of The Peloponnesian War (1709) - Thomas Sprat - Bog

The Plague of Athens, Which Happened in the Second Year of the Peloponnesian War is a historical book written by Thomas Sprat. The book describes the outbreak of the plague in Athens during the second year of the Peloponnesian War between Athens and Sparta. Sprat provides a detailed account of the symptoms, spread, and impact of the disease on the people of Athens. He also describes the social and political implications of the plague, including the breakdown of social order and the impact on the war effort. The book is based on historical records and primary sources, and provides a valuable insight into the medical and social history of ancient Athens. The Plague of Athens is a fascinating read for anyone interested in ancient history, medicine, or epidemiology.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.