Tales of Plague and Pestilence

How has disease impacted the evolution of Japan’s culture and society? Sakai Shizu, a leading researcher in Japanese medical history, chronicles the litany of illnesses that have plagued Japan over time, unearthing recorded incidents and literary anecdotes in a vivid exploration of its history and s...

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主要作者: Sakai, Shizu
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语言:英语
出版: Japan Publishing Industry Foundation for Culture 2025
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Tales of Plague and Pestilence
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