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The Anatomy of MelancholyRobert Burton

The Anatomy of Melancholy

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Original author: Robert Burton

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"The Anatomy of Melancholy" by Robert Burton is a medical treatise first published in 1621. This massive work explores depression and its causes, symptoms, and cures, but ranges far beyond medicine into history, astronomy, geography, and literature. Written under the pseudonym Democritus Junior, Burton blends scientific analysis with humor and satire across over 500,000 words. Drawing from ancient authorities and medieval sources, he examines melancholy as both a passing mood and a serious ailment, creating a unique work that inspired generations of writers.

The Anatomy of Melancholy, by Robert Burton. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #10800.

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67 Chapters

  1. 1.Front Matter458 words
  2. 2.Chapter D: De Bruse,4,862 words
  3. 3.Chapter VII106 words
  4. 4.Chapter X (1)8,837 words
  5. 5.Chapter X (2)7,724 words
  6. 6.Chapter X (3)8,963 words
  7. 7.Chapter X (4)6,513 words
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  10. 10.Chapter X (7)8,403 words
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  14. 14.Chapter X (11)8,543 words
  15. 15.Chapter X (12)8,669 words
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  19. 19.Chapter X (16)8,856 words
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