The Plague at Marseilles Consider'd With Remarks Upon the Plague in General, Shewing Its Cause and Nature of Infection, with Necessary Precautions to Prevent the Speading of That Direful Distemper

"The Plague at Marseilles Consider'd" by Richard Bradley is an exploration of a historical plague outbreak and its implications. This early 18th-century publication examines the devastating plague in Marseilles, France, carefully presenting the causes, signs, and necessary preventative actions against the deadly disease. Through detailed accounts, the author aims to inform the public on the risks of infectious illnesses. The book paints a vivid picture of Marseilles during its darkest days, portraying a city overwhelmed by death and panic. Bradley shares insights from doctors on the front lines, offering their observations of the disease and the medical challenges they are facing, stressing the need for rigorous isolation methods and examining beliefs about how the disease spreads. The book acts as a warning, urging England to learn from past epidemics and prioritize public health to defend against future disease outbreaks.