Includes bibliographical references (page 35) and index.
Summary
Describes the life of a medieval physician and discusses medical practices and beliefs in medieval Europe.
Contents
High-powered words -- Get on the wavelength -- I introduce myself -- A matter of humors -- And so to work -- It's all in the blood -- Herbs for healing -- Our hospital -- Witch hunt -- Dirt and despair -- Bring out your dead -- Hopes for health -- Celebration time -- Aftershocks -- Glossary -- Find out more -- Index -- About the author.