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Historical Bibliography Updated: February 5, 2019

Raiss Büchlein…mit güten Mitteln der Artzney Begegnen Soll.

Publication Details

Strassburg, Austria: H. Knobloch, 1557 CE.

The first pocket reference for travelers by land or sea, dealing with topics such as infected genitalia, frostbite, fouled drinking water, shipboard stench, the best boots and shoes. The recipes in this work comprised an essential medical kit for soldiers, sailors, merchants, diplomats and pilgrims. Includes an early description of snow blindness and a recommended treatment. It was issued three times in 1557.  

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Entry Number#10726
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