The Spas of Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, France, and Italy: a Hand-book of the Principal Watering Places on the Continent: Descriptive of Their Natu

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Originally published in 1855, this guidebook provides detailed descriptions of the major spas in Western Europe. Thomas More Madden offers insights into the therapeutic properties of these spas, with a focus on their potential benefits in treating diseases such as gout, rheumatism, and dyspepsia. This new edition features a comprehensive introduction by Anne Hardy, placing Madden's work in its historical and cultural context.