Lovers and Livers

Can a disease be an idea? A theory? Does disease exist without a patient to suffer from it? In Lovers and Livers , Jacalyn Duffin provides a lively overview of the ideas around disease. She introduces philosophical theories of disease and delves into the history of two distinct afflictions – one old, one new – which serve as examples to show how applying theory can uncover surprising aspects of the medical past and present. Written with humour and compassion, and using poignant example