The Third Great Plague by John H. Stokes
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"The Third Great Plague" by John H. Stokes is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work addresses the serious issue of syphilis, contextualizing it within the historical framework of infectious diseases and public health efforts. The book aims to enlighten readers on the realities of syphilis, challenging the stigma attached to it and emphasizing the importance of awareness and education in combating this pervasive disease. The opening of
the book sets the tone for a comprehensive discussion about syphilis, tracing its introduction to Europe following Columbus's voyages and highlighting its devastating impact over the centuries. Stokes critiques the societal stigmas surrounding the disease, arguing that ignorance and misinformation have perpetuated its harmful effects. He stresses that understanding syphilis as a medical issue, rather than a moral failing, is crucial for effective public health strategies. This introductory section positions the author as an advocate for public enlightenment, laying the groundwork for a more detailed examination of the disease's nature, historical implications, and necessary treatment methods that follow in later chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Stokes, John H. (John Hinchman), 1885-1961 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Third Great Plague A Discussion of Syphilis for Everyday People |
| Credits |
Produced by Audrey Longhurst, LN Yaddanapudi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images from the Home Economics Archive: Research, Tradition and History, Albert R. Mann Library, Cornell University) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 51.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | RC: Medicine: Internal medicine |
| Subject | Syphilis |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 18324 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-18324-4 |
| Release Date | May 6, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 481 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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