Historical Bibliography Updated: June 17, 2026
De variolis et morbillis liber.
Publication Details
London: J. Brindley, 1747 CE.
Includes a Latin translation of Rhazes’s commentary on smallpox. Mead favored inoculation, and his great authority and influence contributed to a more general acceptance of this measure. English translation entitled A discourse on the small pox and measles, London, 1748.
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Thematic Classifications
| Catalog Metadata | Reference Information |
|---|---|
| Entry Number | #5417 |
| Permanent Link | https://staging.historyofmedicine.com/entry/7330 |
| Author Bio Link | Wikipedia ↗ |
| External URL | de-variolis-et-morbillis-liber |
Geographic Context
Publication place: London