A Treatise on Tobacco, Tea, Coffee, and Chocolate

In "A Treatise on Tobacco, Tea, Coffee, and Chocolate," Simon Paulli delves into the cultural and medicinal significance of these four substances that captivated the early modern world. Written during the 17th century, the treatise combines empirical observation with Renaissance humanism, characterized by a blend of scientific inquiry and rich descriptive language. Paulli'Äôs work not only categor...