"With no scientific knowledge to guide them, people of medieval times believed that diseases were supernatural phenomena or punishments from God. Thus medical treatments were usually primitive and often horrifying. But little by little, knowledge grew--ultimately leading to a more practical and scientific approach to understanding sickness and ways to treat it"--From the publisher's web site.
General Note
Includes chronology.
Content Note
Important events of medieval times -- From darkness to light -- Magic, mysticism, and miracles -- Treating injuries -- Women and childbearing -- Sickness and disease -- The medical profession and hospitals evolve.