Superstitions of Medicine—Charms
Anon
Genre: | Extract, Miscellaneous |
Publications extracted: | Monthly Magazine |
Subjects: | Superstition, Medical Treatment, Quackery |
People mentioned: | John C Lettsom |
Describes a number of medicinal charms in common usage. It is reported that 'the great Boyle' recommended, 'for certain diseases, "a little bag hung about the neck, containing the poder made of a live toad, burnt in a new pot" (58)'. | |
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