Pustules Pestilence and Pain

<p><strong>Henry VIII lived for 55 years and had many health issues </strong><strong>particularly</strong><strong> towards the end of his reign.</strong></p><p>In <em>Pustules Pestilence and Pain</em> historian Seamus O'Caellaigh has delved deep into the documents of Henry's reign to select some authentic treatments that Henry's physicians compounded and prescribed to one suffering from those ailments.</p><p>Packed with glorious full-colour photos of the illnesses and treatments Henry VIII used alongside primary source documents this book is a treat for the eyes and is full of information for those with a love of all things Tudor. Each illness and accident has been given its own section in chronological order including first-hand accounts descriptions of the treatments and photographic recreations of the treatment and ingredients.</p><p> </p>