Isbn: 9780243063116 - facts and documents: bearing upon the legal and moral questions; connected with the recent destruction of the quarantine buildings, on staten island (classic reprint) (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book addresses the controversy surrounding the quarantine establishment on Staten Island in the 19th century, a facility that was established to prevent the spread of yellow fever and other infectious diseases. The author presents a detailed historical account of the location's contentious history, examining the complaints of local residents and the broader implications of the quarantine's presence on Staten Island and the surrounding areas. The book delves into the legal and ethical questions raised by the establishment's operations and explores the challenges of balancing public health concerns with individual rights. The author presents a nuanced analysis of the complex issues surrounding quarantine measures, making this book an invaluable resource for understanding the historical and contemporary debates over public health policy. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…