The Ranks of Death: A Medical History of the Conquest of America

""The Ranks of Death: A Medical History of the Conquest of America"" is a comprehensive study of the impact of disease on the indigenous peoples of the Americas during the period of European colonization. Written by Percy Moreau Ashburn, a medical doctor and historian, the book provides a detailed account of the diseases that were introduced to the New World by the Europeans, including smallpox, measles, and influenza, and their devastating effects on the native populations. Ashburn examines the medical practices of both the European colonizers and the indigenous peoples, and explores the ways in which cultural differences and misunderstandings contributed to the spread of disease. The book also delves into the social and political implications of the disease epidemics, including their role in the decline of indigenous populations and the rise of European dominance in the Americas. Overall, ""The Ranks of Death"" offers a compelling and sobering look at the intersection of medicine, culture, and colonialism in the history of the Americas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.