Publisher's Synopsis
""Letters on Yellow Fever, The Cholera, and Quarantine: Addressed to the Legislature of the State of New York"" is a book written by Alexander F. Vache and published in 1854. The book is a collection of letters that Vache wrote to the New York State Legislature, in which he discusses the topics of yellow fever, cholera, and quarantine.In the book, Vache provides a detailed account of the history, causes, and symptoms of yellow fever and cholera. He also discusses the various quarantine measures that were in place at the time to prevent the spread of these diseases.The book is an important historical document that provides insight into the medical knowledge and practices of the mid-19th century. It also sheds light on the political and social attitudes towards public health and disease control during that time.Overall, ""Letters on Yellow Fever, The Cholera, and Quarantine"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine, public health, and disease control.With An Appendix, Containing Correlative Correspondence And An Act Of The Legislature Of The State, Relative To The Public Health, With Suggested Amendments.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.