Stannard, Michael W., 1942-

Galdos and medicine / Michael W. Stannard. - 1 online resource (251 pages). - Hispanic studies : culture and ideas ; 66 . - Hispanic studies: culture and ideas ; v. 66. .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Doctors and medicine in Galdos's madrid -- Epidemics: cholera, influenza and smallpox -- Endemic diseases: tuberculosis, syphilis, angina -- Alcoholism -- Madness -- Eye disease and blindness -- Childhood diseases -- Conclusions.

9783035306958 (e-book)


Pérez Galdós, Benito, 1843-1920 --Criticism and interpretation.


Literature and medicine--History--Spain--19th century.
Medicine in literature.


Electronic books.

PQ6555.Z5 / S73 2015eb

863/.5