Chronic Disease in the Twentieth Century
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This book seeks to explain why, among the innumerable problems faced by societies, some problems in some places become viewed as critical public issues that shape health policy.



This book seeks to explain why, among the innumerable problems faced by societies, some problems in some places become viewed as critical public issues that shape health policy.
Mark Weber's extraordinary journey begins with a time travel experience to Jerusalem during the final days of Christ. Witnessing Jesus' entry on Palm Sunday, he gains the ability to read and speak all languages. Upon returning to his own time, he grapples with the reality of his experience, realizing it was not merely a dream. This narrative explores themes of faith, the intersection of past and present, and the profound impact of witnessing pivotal historical moments.
Focusing on the French university system from the late nineteenth to early twentieth centuries, George Weisz analyzes significant reforms in higher education during the Third Republic. He contends that the impetus for these reforms originated internally, driven by an academic profession striving to elevate its status. This exploration highlights the complex interplay between educational policies and the aspirations of educators during a transformative period in France.