Mummies, Cannibals and Vampires

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Exploring the intriguing practice of corpse medicine, this book reveals how historical figures from various social classes used human remains to treat ailments ranging from epilepsy to cancer. Richard Sugg delves into a largely overlooked aspect of medical history, demonstrating that this phenomenon peaked during the early-modern period in Britain, challenging the notion that it was merely a medieval practice. Enhanced by a companion website, it serves as a crucial resource for those studying the history of medicine and early modern society.