Sandra Cavallo Livres

This comprehensive study delves into the evolution of charity, medical care, and assistance for the impoverished in post-Renaissance Italy. It explores the historical context, societal impacts, and the development of relief systems during a transformative period, shedding light on how these practices shaped communities and influenced social welfare. Through detailed analysis, the book uncovers the intricate relationships between charity, medicine, and poverty relief, providing valuable insights into the era's humanitarian efforts.

This study of barbers-surgeons and other artisans involved in the care and appearance of the body - jewellers, tailors, wigmakers, upholsterers - sheds light on the strong sociocultural affinities that existed in the Early Modern period between these apparently unrelated trades, challenging the divide between medical and non-medical occupations. -- .

Focusing on the interconnected roles of barbers-surgeons and various artisans such as jewellers, tailors, and wigmakers, this study explores the sociocultural ties that linked these trades during the Early Modern period. It challenges conventional distinctions between medical and non-medical occupations, revealing a complex web of relationships that influenced perceptions of body care and appearance in that era.