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Cambridge Studies In Early Modern British History

A groundbreaking study of madness, medicine, and the soul in early modern England.
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This is Volume 1 of the Cambridge Studies In Early Modern British History series.
The book examines the concept of frenzy as both a deadly disease and a transformative experience that challenged early modern understandings of the soul and the body.

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The Cambridge Studies In Early Modern British History series provides rigorous and transformative scholarship on the social, cultural, and intellectual landscapes of early modern Britain. By examining the intersection of medicine, identity, and societal norms, this series offers deep insights into the complexities of historical personhood and the evolution of British history.

Through detailed academic inquiry, the series explores how historical phenomena shaped the lives of individuals and the structures of society. From the history of mental illness to the broader shifts in early modern thought, these volumes serve as essential resources for historians and students alike seeking a nuanced understanding of the period.

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