This collection is contained in a paper manuscript that originated
in Switzerland. Later it received a binding of wooden boards
covered in blind-tooled pigskin leather. The collection contains
treatises and recipes based on the Practica of Meister
Bartholomäus. The herbalism follows the tradition of Macer. The
collection also contains rules for bloodletting, a treatise on the
plague, menstruation and the like. In addition, various diseases
are covered, such as those of the head, of the ears and the like.
In general, the text collects treatises on the nature of women, on
the four elements and the natures, and it gives veterinary advice
based, among others, on Meister Albrecht’s pharmacopeia for
horses. It also contains various blessings (blessings against
arrows, blood loss and worms). Incantations as well as formulas for
women in labor and more.
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