Publisher's Synopsis
Astrological Judgment of Diseases from the Discomfiture of the Sick is a book written by Nicholas Culpeper, a famous English herbalist and astrologer. The book explores the relationship between astrology and medicine, specifically how one can use astrology to diagnose and treat illnesses. Culpeper argues that the positions of the planets and the stars can have a significant impact on a person's health and that by understanding these positions, one can gain insight into the root causes of various diseases. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of astrology and its relationship to medicine. Culpeper explains the basic principles of astrology and how they can be applied to diagnose and treat illnesses. He also discusses the different signs of the zodiac and their corresponding parts of the body, as well as the importance of the moon's phases in determining the best times for medical treatments.The second part of the book is a detailed guide to diagnosing and treating specific illnesses using astrological principles. Culpeper provides a list of common diseases and their corresponding astrological causes, as well as recommended treatments based on the positions of the planets and stars. He also includes charts and diagrams to help readers understand the complex relationships between astrology and medicine.Overall, Astrological Judgment of Diseases from the Discomfiture of the Sick is a fascinating exploration of the intersection between astrology and medicine. While some of Culpeper's ideas may seem outdated or unscientific by modern standards, the book provides a valuable historical perspective on the ways in which people have attempted to understand and treat illnesses throughout history.1655. A series of lectures on the way and manner of finding out the cause, change and end of disease. Also, whether the sick be likely to live or die and the time when a recovery or death is to be expected. This volume also includes three books on the presages the signs of life or death by the body of the patient being sick according to the judgment of Hippocrates.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
