Nursery Life 300 Years Ago: The Story of a Dauphin of France 1601-10 Taken from the Journal of Dr. Jean Heroard Physician-In-Charge

By Lucy Crump

Book Overview

Nursery Life 300 Years Ago: The Story of a Dauphin of France 1601-10 Taken from the Journal of Dr. Jean Heroard Physician-In-Charge is a historical book written by Lucy Crump. It provides a detailed account of the life of a royal child, the Dauphin of France, during the early 17th century. The book is based on the journal of Dr. Jean Heroard, who was the physician-in-charge of the young prince. The book takes the reader on a journey through the daily life of the Dauphin, including his education, playtime, and interactions with his family and other members of the royal court. The author provides a vivid description of the customs and traditions of the time, including the strict etiquette and protocols that governed the lives of the royal family.The book also sheds light on the medical practices of the time, as Dr. Heroard's journal details the various illnesses and ailments that the young prince suffered from and the treatments that were administered. The author provides a fascinating insight into the medical knowledge and practices of the early 17th century.Overall, Nursery Life 300 Years Ago is a captivating historical account that provides a unique glimpse into the life of a royal child during a bygone era. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, royal families, and the daily life of children in the past.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432586815
• ISBN13: 9781432586812
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"