Leper in England

<p>The Leper in England: with some account of English lazar-houses by Robert Charles Hope offers a detailed exploration of leprosy and leper hospitals in medieval England. This historical work delves into the medical and social aspects of leprosy examining its impact on individuals and communities. <p/>Drawing from meticulous research the book sheds light on the historical context of leprosy in Great Britain investigating the establishment and function of leper hospitals (lazar-houses). It addresses the profound social stigma associated with the disease offering insights into the lives of those affected. A valuable resource for those interested in medical history social work and the history of Europe particularly Great Britain and Wales this study remains a crucial contribution to understanding the complexities of disease society and healthcare in the medieval period.<br></p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>