Medicine and Religion in Enlightenment Europe

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The book delves into the intricate interplay between medicine and religion during the Enlightenment Period, spanning 1650 to 1789. It examines various aspects such as medical care in hospitals, the role of religious vocation in nursing, and the influence of faith healing. Additionally, it addresses the relationship between clergy and medicine, the importance of popular medicine, and the impact of religious dissent on medical innovation. By offering a European perspective, the volume facilitates comparisons and highlights differences across these significant themes.