Vacunalia

Vacunalia is a collection of essays in verse, as well as some translations, written by Edward Davies and published in 1788. The book is a celebration of the smallpox vaccine, which had been recently developed by Edward Jenner. The essays explore the history and benefits of vaccination, as well as the dangers of smallpox and the importance of preventing its spread. Davies also includes translations of poems by the Roman poet Horace, which he uses to draw parallels between the ancient Roman world and his own time. The book is written in a lively and engaging style, with a mix of humor, satire, and serious reflection. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the early days of vaccination and the public debate surrounding this groundbreaking medical discovery.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.