Old Welsh Folk Medicine 1890 - Paperback

by E. Sidney Hartland (Author)

Old Welsh Folk Medicine 1890 is a book written by E. Sidney Hartland that explores the traditional healing practices of Wales during the 19th century. The book is a comprehensive study of Welsh folk medicine, detailing the various remedies and treatments used by Welsh healers to cure ailments and illnesses. The author draws on a wide range of sources, including interviews with local healers, historical records, and folklore, to provide a detailed account of the practices and beliefs surrounding Welsh folk medicine. The book covers a wide range of topics, including herbal remedies, charms, and incantations, as well as the role of the healer in Welsh society. It also includes a number of case studies, providing examples of how folk medicine was used to treat specific illnesses. Overall, Old Welsh Folk Medicine 1890 is a fascinating insight into the world of traditional healing practices in Wales and provides a valuable resource for those interested in the history of medicine and folklore.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.