The Dog Days
P T W, pseud. [Peter T Westcott] *
Genre: | Miscellaneous |
Subjects: | Astronomy, Time, Ancient Authorities, Disease |
Publications cited: | Darwin 1789–91 |
The writer describes the ancient origin of the dog days, their astronomical determination, and the views of ancient authors concerning the occurrence of illnesses at this period. | |
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