The Anatomy of Melancholy by Robert Burton

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By Lisa Thompson Posted on Jan 9, 2026
In Category - Digital Skills
Burton, Robert, 1577-1640 Burton, Robert, 1577-1640
English
"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 sati...
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serious ailment, creating a unique work that inspired generations of writers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Charles Brown
4 months ago

From start to finish, the examples used throughout the text are practical and relevant. It was exactly what I needed right now.

Richard Clark
5 months ago

I have to admit, the content encourages further exploration of the subject. Don't hesitate to download this.

Brian Adams
1 week ago

I came across this while researching and the structure supports both quick reading and deep study. This left a lasting impression on me.

Richard Green
1 month ago

As an avid reader, the presentation feels refined and carefully planned. I’d rate this higher if I could.

Nancy Martin
2 months ago

This is one of those books where the depth of research presented here is truly commendable. A solid resource I will return to often.

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